A Merger Which Is Expected to Produce Synergy

question 87

Multiple Choice

A merger which is expected to produce synergy

• A) Should be rejected because the synergy will dilute the combined firm's earnings per share
• B) Should be rejected because the first year's cash flow is negative
• C) Has a negative NPV
• D) Should be pursued because it creates value
• E) Reduces target firm revenues

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