The Acquisition of a fiRm in the Same Industry as the Bidder

question 69

Multiple Choice

The acquisition of a firm in the same industry as the bidder is called a _____ acquisition.

• A)conglomerate
• B)forward
• C)backward
• D)horizontal
• E)vertical

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Definitions:

Agricultural Sustenance

Practices and methods of farming that support the long-term productivity and health of the land, aiming for food security and environmental sustainability.

Pollution Prevention

Strategies and practices aimed at reducing or eliminating the production of pollutants at their source, rather than managing them after they have been created.

Pollution Cleanup

The process of removing contaminants from the environment, including soil, water, and air, to reduce pollution and restore ecosystems to their natural state.

Technological Impact

The effect of technology on society and the environment, which can be positive, negative, or neutral.