For a Company Wishing to Pursue a Strategy of Increasing

question 39

Multiple Choice

For a company wishing to pursue a strategy of increasing shareholder wealth as opposed to profit maximization, which of the following would be the most appropriate action?

• A) Increase short-term return over sustained growth
• B) Reduce spending on research and development
• C) Distribute all after-tax net income as dividends
• D) Offer only established products for sale
• E) Close a retail location in a declining market

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