91Although it is true that undertakings are not in a position to know in advance the exact level of the fines that the Commission will choose in each individual case, nevertheless, in accordance with Article 253 EC, in a decision imposing a fine the Commission must state the reasons, particularly with regard to the amount of the fine and the method of calculation. The statement of reasons must show the Commission's reasoning clearly and unequivocally so that those concerned can know the justification for the measure taken in order to decide whether it would be expedient to refer the matter to a Community Court and, as the case may be, so that the Court can exercise its power of review.
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