Asked by
Kenneth Abaya
on Oct 12, 2024Verified
Which statement is false?
A) Oligopolies are illegal in most states.
B) Most oligopolies engage in outright collusion.
C) Ford Motor Company is an oligopoly.
D) None of these statements are false.
Oligopolies
Market structures characterized by a small number of firms controlling a large proportion of the market share, often leading to limited competition.
Outright Collusion
An explicit agreement among competitors to fix prices, output, or trading terms in the market, which is illegal in many jurisdictions.
Ford Motor Company
An American multinational automaker that was founded by Henry Ford and incorporated on June 16, 1903.
- Discern between permissible and impermissible competitive practices within distinct market systems.
Verified Answer
BG
Learning Objectives
- Discern between permissible and impermissible competitive practices within distinct market systems.