10 Questions
What is the primary reason for allowing natural monopolies to exist?
To prevent redundant infrastructure and services
Which of the following is an example of an oligopoly?
All of the above
What is the primary reason for government regulation of oligopolies?
To prevent collusion and anti-competitive practices
What is the difference between a horizontal merger and a vertical merger?
A horizontal merger involves companies in the same industry, while a vertical merger involves companies in the entire supply chain of an industry
Which of the following is NOT a potential reason for companies to merge?
To promote competition and prevent monopolistic practices
What is the primary concern regarding commercial media control, according to the text?
Lack of diversity in news content and perspectives
What was the ruling in the United States (1945) case regarding news organizations?
News organizations were found to be violating antitrust laws by conspiring to restrict content
What is the primary difference between an unorganized oligopoly and an organized oligopoly?
An unorganized oligopoly does not involve collusion, while an organized oligopoly involves explicit collusion
What is the primary difference between a conglomerate merger and a horizontal or vertical merger?
A conglomerate merger involves companies in unrelated industries, while horizontal and vertical mergers involve companies in the same industry
Which of the following is NOT a potential market failure in commercial media content?
Overrepresentation of popular entertainment content
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