Which of the following statements about the per se rule and the rule of reason antitrust doctrines is true?

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None of the statements accurately reflect the per se rule and the rule of reason antitrust doctrines. Under the per se rule, certain business actions are considered inherently anticompetitive and illegal, without the need for further analysis. Under the rule of reason, however, a more in-depth analysis is required, and the court considers a variety of factors to determine whether a particular business action violates antitrust laws. Neither doctrine automatically results in a ruling that any violation of antitrust legislation is illegal, nor do they always maintain consistency with precedent.

Which of the Following Statements About the Per Se Rule