Which of the Following Is NOT Normally Regarded as Being

question 5

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT normally regarded as being a barrier to hostile takeovers?

• A) Abnormally high executive compensation.
• B) Targeted share repurchases.
• C) Shareholder rights provisions.
• D) Restricted voting rights.
• E) Poison pills.

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Placebo

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