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What was the main reason for the merger between Shell Transport and Trading Company and Royal Dutch Petroleum?

  • Bankruptcy

  • Market Expansion

  • Government Intervention

  • Hostile Takeover

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The main reason for the merger between Shell Transport and Trading Company and Royal Dutch Petroleum was to expand their market presence and compete more effectively with their main rival, Standard Oil. The merger created the Royal Dutch Shell Group, which is now one of the largest energy companies in the world.
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