When Firms at the Same Level of Operation, Such as Several

question 191

Multiple Choice

When firms at the same level of operation, such as several auto parts dealers, get together for some illegal purpose, it is called:

• A) a group boycott
• B) a vertical restraint of trade
• C) a de facto merger
• D) a concentrated industry
• E) none of the other choices

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Definitions:

Indirect Method

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