Gearbox, Inc., a manufacturer of vehicle parts, refuses to sell to Motor Repair & Replace, Inc., a national vehicle service firm. Gearbox convinces Cam & Cylinder Company, a competitor, to do the same. This is

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Gearbox, Inc., a manufacturer of vehicle parts, refuses to sell to Motor Repair & Replace, Inc., a national vehicle service firm. Gearbox convinces Cam & Cylinder Company, a competitor, to do the same. This is​

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This scenario involves a group of competitors refusing to sell to a particular customer, which is known as a group boycott. This is a violation of antitrust laws, as it can harm competition and prevent access to the market. The other options given (exclusive-dealing contract, tying arrangement, market division) do not accurately reflect the actions being taken by Gearbox and Cam & Cylinder Company.