If American Airlines Engages in Predatory Pricing,it Might

question 126

Multiple Choice

If American Airlines engages in predatory pricing,it might:

• A) Lower fares when a new carrier enters the market and then raise fares as soon as the new carrier gains sufficient business.
• B) Raise fares when a new carrier enters the market and then lower fares once the new carrier leaves the market.
• C) Lower fares when a new carrier enters the market and then raise fares once the new carrier is driven out of business.
• D) Lower fares permanently once a new carrier enters the market in order to keep up in the expanding airline industry.

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