Which of the Following Statements Is Most CORRECT

question 5

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is most CORRECT?

• A) If a company that produces military equipment merges with a company that manages a chain of motels, this is an example of a horizontal merger.
• B) A defensive merger is one where the firm's managers decide to merge with another firm to avoid or lessen the possibility of being acquired through a hostile takeover.
• C) Acquiring firms send a signal that their stock is undervalued if they choose to use stock to pay for the acquisition.
• D) Cash payments are used in takeovers but never in mergers.

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Definitions:

Dietary Reference Intakes

A set of reference values used to plan and assess nutrient intakes of healthy people, including guidelines for vitamins, minerals, and other dietary components.

Dietary Guidelines for Americans

A set of recommendations aimed at promoting health and reducing the risk of chronic diseases through diet and physical activity, officially updated every five years.

Calorie Limits

Recommended maximum intake of calories per day to maintain or achieve a healthy weight and lifestyle.

Portion Sizes

The amount of a particular food someone chooses to eat at one time, which can impact caloric intake and nutrition.