A Primary Reason for a Firm to Pursue an Acquisition

question 36

Multiple Choice

A primary reason for a firm to pursue an acquisition is to:

• A)rationalise all upper and middle management
• B)achieve greater financial returns in the short run
• C)avoid the risks of new product development
• D)avoid competition

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