A conglomerate merger
A)can extend the line of products sold, extend the territories in which products are sold, or combine totally unrelated products.
B)is defined as a merger involving two firms that previously had a buyer-seller relationship.
C)is defined as a merger involving two firms producing the same or similar products and selling them in the same geographical market.
D)is illegal, per se.

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A conglomerate merger involves combining companies that operate in unrelated business activities, which can lead to diversification in products, markets, or both. It does not necessarily involve firms with a prior buyer-seller relationship (B), firms in the same market (C), nor is it illegal per se (D).

A Conglomerate Merger