Bank of America and Merrill Lynch Merger Is an Example

question 52

Multiple Choice

Bank of America and Merrill Lynch merger is an example of:
I. Horizontal merger
II. Vertical merger
III. Conglomerate merger
IV. Cross-border merger

• A) I only
• B) II only
• C) III only
• D) III and IV only

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Definitions:

Two-Column Journal

A financial journal that has a simple format with only a debit and a credit column for recording transactions.

Transactions

Transactions involve the exchange of goods, services, or funds between two or more parties, forming the basic activities recorded in accounting.

Interim Financial Statements

Financial reports that cover a period of less than one year, often used to provide a snapshot of a company's financial health to investors and stakeholders on a quarterly or semi-annual basis.

Transactions

Operations or activities conducted by a business that involve the exchange of goods, services, or funds.