There Is Often a Divergence Between the Shareholder Wealth Maximization

question 29

Multiple Choice

There is often a divergence between the shareholder wealth maximization goal and the actual goals pursued by management. The primary reason for this is ____.

• A) geographical dispersion of shareholders
• B) separation of ownership and control
• C) age differences between managers and shareholders
• D) that both have their own agendas

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