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Problem 4: Lawyers for the FTC and DOJ are investigating a proposed merger between two of the largest railroads. Based o
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Problem 4: Lawyers for the FTC and DOJ are investigating a proposed merger between two of the largest railroads. Based on estimates from government economists, these two firms have a combined market share of about two-thirds of all sales in the relevant market. The only remaining firm controls the other one-third of the market. Economists have estimated that the market price elasticity of demand for tons hauled is -1.4 and the unit cost per ton hauled is $80 per ton. a. Using the available information, provide quantitative estimates of the pre- and post-merger prices for freight in the market. b. In your opinion, is the government's concern about the merger justified? Why or Why not?