The Competition Bureau Is Investigating a Complaint Involving Allegations of Refusals

The Competition Bureau is investigating a complaint involving allegations of refusals to supply retailers that sell below the producer's recommended retail price printed on the product package.Why is the Competition Bureau concerned with this practice?

A) Protections for consumers lie in the criminal and civil price maintenance provisions.
B) It is considered a serious criminal offence under the Competition Act.
C) It attempts to prevent competition and discipline the marketplace.
D) Interfering with consumers' right to the lowest possible price is a criminal offence.