Contrast a vertically integrated firm

Contrast a vertically integrated firm, a horizontally integrated firm, and a conglomerate?

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A vertically integrated firm contains plants that are involved in various stages of the production process.  A horizontally integrated firm contains plants that are involved in the same function of business.  A conglomerate firm has plants that are producing products in several industries.

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