What was the effect of Boeing's merger with McDonnell Douglas and Lockheed Martin's merger with Marietta?
A) The merger meant the two companies could work together
B) The merger would be set aside for antitrust violations
C) The merger meant the government had only two major contractors
D) None of the above

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The merger between Boeing and McDonnell Douglas, and Lockheed Martin's merger with Marietta, reduced the number of major government contractors in the defense industry from three to two. This had a significant impact on the industry and strengthened the position of the remaining companies in terms of negotiating power and market domination.

What Was the Effect of Boeing's Merger with McDonnell Douglas