Economics Essay Problem
Market Structure and Anti-trust Law Write a 2 pages report in which you detail the evolution of antitrust policy in the U.S since the first antitrust case of 1890. Try to specifically show these major pieces of legislation have contributed to promote fair business practices and trade as well as competition. You will cite examples of the main 4 types of market structures-perfect competition, monopolistic competition, oligopoly and monopoly and explain in what ways some have hindered competition and free trade and how the US Dept. of Justice has challenged legally many of these market formations. Be specific in your narrative in terms of the legal challenge and the type of market structure involved at the time. Try to research major legislation of the 20th century, Follow a chronological order in your assessment of the Justice Dept.'s decisions.
The response must include a reference list. Using Times New Roman 12 pnt font, double-space, one-inch margins, and APA style of writing and citations.