Explain How the Founder of a Business Can Eventually Lose

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Essay

Explain how the founder of a business can eventually lose control of the firm.How can the founder ensure this will not happen?

Understand the shareholder's equity adjustments in business combinations and consolidated balance sheets.

Recognize the correct treatment of acquisition costs and the allocation of these costs in business combinations.

Grasp the determination of acquirer and acquiree in business combinations and the implications for financial reporting.

Understand the legal and strategic defense mechanisms against hostile takeovers.

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