Which of the following is not a form of antitrust policy?
A. regulation of business practices
B. blocking mergers
C. breaking up monopolies
D. price controls
Answer: D
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In an article, "Preparing for the Next Black Swan" (Wall Street Journal, Aug 21, 2010), the point is made that diversification may be insufficient in protecting one's portfolio during a "Black Swan" event. Why may this be true?
A) virtually all asset classes may decline at the same time B) investors may be unable to buy different assets during a "Black Swan" event C) some assets may rise while others decline during a "Black Swan" event D) Black Swan events are surprises and thus one cannot prepare for such an event.
Which of the following industries can create barriers to the entry of new firms due to size and specificity?
a. A hydroelectric power plant b. A garment manufacturer exporting apparels c. An owner of a retail chain d. An automobile manufacturing company
The largest component of GDP is:
A. personal consumption expenditures. B. government spending. C. durable goods. D. net exports.
The practice of featherbedding is intended to help unions:
A. reduce the tradeoff between higher wages and fewer jobs. B. negotiate for higher wages by assuring more efficient labor practices. C. increase membership by guaranteeing job growth. D. defeat "right-to-work" laws.