Attempt to Gain Control of a Firm by Winning Votes

question 82

Multiple Choice

Attempt to gain control of a firm by winning votes of its shareholders is best defined as:

• A)Leveraged Buyout.
• B)Poison Pill.
• C)Shark Repellent.
• D)Proxy Contest.

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Definitions:

Capital Structure Decision

The choice a company makes regarding the mix of debt and equity that it uses to finance its operations.

Net Working Capital

A financial metric that calculates the difference between a company's current assets and its current liabilities.

Management Of Current Assets

The strategy of managing a company's short-term assets such as cash, inventory, and receivables.

Limited Partner

An investor in a partnership who has limited liability to the extent of their investment and does not partake in day-to-day management.