In 2012, There Were Approximately ________ Acquisitions or Mergers in the United

question 30

Multiple Choice

In 2012, there were approximately ________ acquisitions or mergers in the United States.

• A) 8,000
• B) 10,000
• C) 12,000
• D) 14,000

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Definitions:

Common Shares

Equities representing ownership interests in a company, entitling holders to a share in the company's profits and voting rights in certain decisions.

Straight-Line Depreciation

An accounting method that allocates the cost of an asset evenly over its useful life.

Voting Stock

Shares in a company that give the shareholder the right to vote on company matters, such as electing the board of directors.

Fair Value Option

An election that allows companies to report specific financial assets and liabilities at their fair values, with changes in fair value recognized in the income statement.