Which of the Following Is Not a Financial Motive but Rather

question 8

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is not a financial motive but rather an operating motive for merger and consolidation?

• A) The portfolio diversification effect.
• B) Tax-loss carry-forward.
• C) Greater financing capability.
• D) Desire for greater size.

Identify different sources and types of stressors.

Recognize the characteristics of type A and type B personalities and their implications on health.

Explain the concept of cognitions in stress, including the role of beliefs and evaluations.

Describe the physiological and psychological reactions to stress.

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Definitions:

Cost of Equity

The theoretical earnings paid by a business to its equity holders as compensation for the risk they take by investing.

Preferred Stock

A class of ownership in a corporation that has a higher claim on its assets and earnings than common stock, often paying fixed dividends.

Tax Rate

The share of earnings upon which a person or corporation is taxed.

Market Risk Premium

The Market Risk Premium refers to the extra yield an investor anticipates receiving for investing in a volatile market portfolio over risk-free securities.