Which of the Following Are Given by the Text as Valid

question 10

Multiple Choice

Which of the following are given by the text as valid, acceptable reasons for the high level of merger activity in the U.S. during the 1980s?

• A) Synergistic benefits arising from mergers.
• B) Reduction in competition resulting from mergers.
• C) Attempts to stabilize earnings by diversifying.
• D) All of the above.
• E) Both a and c above.

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Definitions:

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