Practice mode Market

When two firms carrying out the same activity in the same industry combine, what is it called?

Correct answer B. Horizontal merger

Explanation

A horizontal merger joins firms at the same stage of production in the same industry, such as two supermarkets. Vertical mergers link different stages, and conglomerate mergers link unrelated industries.

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