Price-fixing is considered to be a per se violation of the antitrust laws because
A) a guilty verdict requires proof of injury to consumers.
B) a guilty verdict requires proof of injury to other competitors.
C) the rule of reason is applicable.
D) a guilty verdict need only show that there was a conspiracy to fix prices, not that it succeeded.

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Price-fixing is considered a per se violation of antitrust laws because it is inherently illegal, and a guilty verdict only requires proof of the existence of a conspiracy to fix prices, regardless of whether it succeeded or caused harm.

Price-Fixing Is Considered to Be a Per Se Violation of the Antitrust