1.) Why does the U.S. Government establish "safety zones" or "safe harbors" under antitrust law?

a. To refute critics who argue that the Government regulates the market excessively.

b. To authorize certain activities that benefit competition and provide key boundaries.

c. To discourage large competitors from exploiting loopholes in the statutes & regs.

d. To allow competitors to set their own business plans without government interference