A Statement of Coercion by One Firm Is

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Multiple Choice

A statement of coercion by one firm is

• A) an empty threat if it is believed by the other firm.
• B) a credible threat if it is not believed by the other firm.
• C) always a credible threat whether or not it is believed by the other firm.
• D) a credible threat if it is believed by the other firm.

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Definitions:

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Standard Deviation

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