Assignment:
In today’s economy, there are a wide number of powerful companies who, from all appearances, control massive segments of different markets.
- Research and identify one (1) example of a large company that has (or might be) engaged in anticompetitive behavior and provide details of the behavior.
- Next, suggest three (3) ways that this behavior could be viewed as either a horizontal or vertical restraint of trade. Provide support for your response.
- Finally, in your response to another student, take a contrary view and discuss why you believe the behavior identified is just healthy competition, and not a restraint of trade. Here's your chance to play devil's advocate.
- Justify your response.
Your answer must be, typed, double-spaced, Times New Roman font (size 12), one-inch margins on all sides, APA format.