What Are Managers Who Pursue Merger and Acquisition Activities for Personal

question 27

Multiple Choice

What are managers who pursue merger and acquisition activities for personal goals or interests at the expense of maximizing shareholder wealth demonstrating?

• A) Executive arrogance.
• B) The agency problem.
• C) Priority dissonance.
• D) Market for corporate control.
• E) Corporate disutility.

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Definitions:

Organizational Politics

Refers to the activities carried out within organizations to acquire, develop, and use power and other resources to obtain one’s preferred outcomes in a situation where there is uncertainty or disagreement.

Self-Interest

The focus on one's own advantage or well-being without regard for others, often considered a motivating factor in human behavior.

Opposition

Resistance or dissent, expressed in action or argument, against a prevailing idea, policy, or entity.

Organizational Politics

The use of power, influence, and networking within an organization to achieve changes that benefit the individual or the organization, often involving a complex interplay of interests.