When Actors Form a Coalition They Increase Their Power by Pooling

question 97

Multiple Choice

When actors form a coalition they increase their power by pooling their resources and by:

• A)disseminating information that is favorable to their group's interest
• B)initiating a self-fulfilling prophecy (if they view themselves as valuable, others will too)
• C)limiting their partner's (i.e., the opposition's) exchange options
• D)providing each other with social support
• E)showing their opposition that they are serious about pursuing organizational change

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Definitions:

Long-Term Debt

Represents loans and financial obligations lasting over one year that a company owes and is recorded on its balance sheet.

Synergy Value

The potential additional value generated from combining two companies, often expected from cost savings or by achieving higher revenues.

Equity-Financed

Describes a business funding model where capital is raised through the sale of equity or shares in the company rather than through borrowing.

Cash or Stock

An option given to shareholders or partners, typically during a merger or acquisition, to receive payment in cash, stock, or a combination of both.