Ambrose Is a Scientist Working for a Pharmaceutical Company

question 23

Multiple Choice

Ambrose is a scientist working for a pharmaceutical company.His company was acquired by a rival pharmaceutical company, and now it is involved in downsizing and downscoping.Ambrose is concerned about his job security, since he is actively involved in amateur sports in his community and does not wish to disrupt his current lifestyle.Ambrose's job will MOST likely be secure if:

• A) Ambrose's research is in a non-core activity.
• B) the acquisition has been financed by junk bonds.
• C) Ambrose is in a position to take a poison pill.
• D) Ambrose is a key employee in the firm's primary business.

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