A Hostile Takeover Defense Wherein the Target Firm Makes Its

question 114

Multiple Choice

A hostile takeover defense wherein the target firm makes its stock less attractive to a potential acquirer is called:

• A) greenmail.
• B) a standstill agreement.
• C) crossing the palm with silver.
• D) a poison pill.

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