A Friendly Suitor That a Target fiRm Turns to as an Alternative

question 240

Multiple Choice

A friendly suitor that a target firm turns to as an alternative to a hostile bidder is called a:

• A) Golden suitor.
• B) Poison put.
• C) White knight.
• D) Shark repellent.
• E) Crown jewel.

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Definitions:

FIFO Method

An inventory valuation method that assumes the first items placed into inventory are the first sold, thus expenses are based on the oldest costs.

Latest Goods On Hand

Refers to the most recent inventory of products or materials that a company has available for use or sale.

Lower-Of-Cost-Or-Market Basis

An accounting principle where inventory is recorded at either its historical cost or market value, whichever is lower, to ensure conservatism.

Conservatism

An accounting principle that requires potential expenses and liabilities to be recognized immediately, but revenue only when it is ensured.