Hi my name is Peyton and I want to know what your favorite anime is?(or it's ok if you don't like anime)♥️

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Cartels control the production and pricing of goods mainly through a) the elimination of competition. b) the cooperation of their members. c) the limitation of price controls. d) the manipulation of government pressure.