Which of the following actions would not violate the Sherman Antitrust Act if the rule of reason was used to interpret the act?

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Serving the entire market without an intention of monopolizing would not violate the Sherman Antitrust Act if the rule of reason was used to interpret the act. The rule of reason requires examining the overall impact of an action on competition in the market, and if it is found that the action promotes competition, it would not be deemed illegal. The other options listed either involve explicit attempts to restrain trade or lead to a decrease in competition, and would likely be considered violations of the act.

Which of the Following Actions Would Not Violate the Sherman