A Form of Implicit Collusion Where One Firm in an Oligopoly

question 55

Multiple Choice

A form of implicit collusion where one firm in an oligopoly announces a price change which is matched by other firms in the same industry is

• A)"follow the leader" pricing.
• B)price leadership.
• C)retaliation pricing.
• D)"tit-for-tat" pricing.

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Definitions:

GAAP

Stands for Generally Accepted Accounting Principles, constituting a framework of accounting standards, guidelines, and procedures used in the United States.

Special Or Unusual Items

Items in financial statements that are unusual due to their nature or infrequency, and which can significantly affect net income.

Inventory Method Change

A change in the accounting method used to value inventory, which can significantly affect a company's financial statements and tax liability.

LIFO

Last In, First Out; an inventory valuation method where the last items placed in inventory are the first ones considered sold.