Company X Has a P/E Ratio of 10 and a Stock

question 49

Multiple Choice

Company X has a P/E ratio of 10 and a stock price of $50 per share. Calculate earnings per share of the company.

• A)$6 per share
• B)$10 per share
• C)$0.20 per share
• D)$5 per share

Identify the methods and motivations behind company takeovers.

Recognize the strategies firms use to defend against hostile takeovers.

Analyze the impact of mergers and acquisitions on company performance.

Understand the role of shareholder rights and strategies in mergers and acquisitions.

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