The merged firm's ability to generate synergistic cost savings through the joint use of inputs in producing multiple products is referred to as ______________.

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Economies of scope refers to the cost savings generated by producing multiple products using the same inputs or resources. This results in lower per-unit costs for each product and higher overall efficiency for the merged firm. Economies of scale, on the other hand, refer to cost savings generated by increasing the scale or size of production, resulting in lower per-unit costs. X-efficiencies refer to cost savings generated by reducing waste, improving management, and increasing efficiency in operations. However, this is not specific to the joint use of inputs in producing multiple products.

The Merged Firm's Ability to Generate Synergistic Cost Savings Through