North American Van Lines and Allied Van Lines merged to create the world's largest moving company.Prior to the merger,North American was the leading company in moving high-end merchandise such as computer and hospital equipment,while Allied specialized in households.What type of merger is this?
A) a vertical merger
B) a combination
C) a conglomerate
D) a horizontal merger

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This is a horizontal merger because both companies were in the same industry, specifically the moving industry.

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