A Horizontal Restraint of Trade Differs from a Vertical Restraint

question 26

Multiple Choice

A horizontal restraint of trade differs from a vertical restraint of trade in that the horizontal restraint of trade:

• A) follows the rules listed in the Robinson-Patman Act of 1936.
• B) follows the rules listed in the Clayton Antitrust Act of 1914.
• C) limits the competition between rival firms in the same industry.
• D) limits the competition between a government producer and a private retailer.
• E) follows the rules stated in the Sherman Antitrust Act of 1980.

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