​ _____ Refers to a Situation in Which Those Convicted

question 63

Multiple Choice

​ _____ refers to a situation in which those convicted of similar crimes do not receive similar sentences.

• A) ​ Sentencing disparity
• B) ​ Aggravating circumstance
• C) ​ Sentencing discrimination
• D) ​ Mitigating circumstance

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Definitions:

Target Company's Management

The executive and senior officers responsible for operating and making strategic decisions for a company that is being considered for acquisition or merger.

Merger

The combining of two or more entities into one, through either the acquisition of one by another or the consolidation of both into a new entity.

Building Corporation

A company engaged in the construction of buildings, ranging from residential to commercial projects.

Business Judgment Rule

A principle that protects corporate directors and officers from liability for decisions made in good faith and believed to be in the best interest of the company.