Q7. Please identify the importance of each of the following factors as the commission evaluates proposed mergers and acquisitions:
g. Impact of combination on regulated rates (including any negotiated rate reductions, benefits-sharing, or other arrangements)

Very great
importance
Great importance

Moderate importance

Some importance

Little or no
importance
No opinion

Commission
does not review
mergers
No answer

Number of Respondents
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