The following diagram represents the hypothetical results of a study of the behavior of the stock prices of firms that lost antitrust cases. Included are all firms that lost the initial court decision, even if it was later overturned on appeal. Is the diagram consistent with market efficiency? Why or why not.?

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CAR, (%) 0 -20 -12 -6 0 6 Time in months relative to event month 12