What Distinguishes a Ballot Initiative from a Referendum

question 9

Multiple Choice

What distinguishes a ballot initiative from a referendum?

• A) Nothing; the terms are interchangeable.
• B) Private citizens or organizations finance a ballot initiative; the state finances a referendum.
• C) A referendum is used to consider constitutional questions; a ballot initiative is used for ordinary legislation.
• D) A ballot initiative is used to consider changes to federal law; a referendum is used to consider changes in state law.
• E) A referendum considers legislation proposed by a legislature; a ballot initiative considers legislation proposed by citizens.

Know the various strategies and implications of a leveraged buyout (LBO).

Differentiate between defensive tactics against corporate takeovers.

Analyze cash flows and valuations in mergers and acquisitions.

Understand the rationale behind mergers, acquisitions, and antitrust laws.

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