The Mini-Case Are Monopoly Mergers Harmful? states that there are about 5,000 ready-mix concrete plants in the

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The Mini-Case “Are Monopoly Mergers Harmful?” states that there are about 5,000 ready-mix concrete plants in the United States. With so many plants in operation, why is there concern about mergers creating monopoly power? Also, explain why speed of entry is important in assessing the cost of mergers that create a monopoly.

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Managerial Economics and Strategy

ISBN: 978-0134167879

2nd edition

Authors: Jeffrey M. Perloff, James A. Brander

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