In the Context of Corporations,what Is a White Knight

question 48

Multiple Choice

In the context of corporations,what is a white knight?

• A)A more acceptable firm that is willing to acquire the firm threatened by a hostile takeover
• B)An attempt to fend off a hostile takeover by selling stock at prices below the market value
• C)An attempt to fend off a hostile takeover by requiring the deal to be approved by a majority of shareholders
• D)An attempt to fend off a hostile takeover by raising capital through an initial public offering
• E)A group of investors who have borrowed money to acquire a firm

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