What Strategies Are Built into the Constitution to Prevent the Abuse

question 44

Essay

What strategies are built into the Constitution to prevent the abuse of power?

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Definitions:

Unocal Test

A legal standard used to determine if the defensive measures taken by a board of directors during a takeover bid are in the best interests of the corporation and its shareholders.

Conflicted Interest

A situation where a person's personal interests could interfere with their professional duties or responsibilities, potentially leading to bias.

Takeover's Threat

Takeover's threat refers to the risk of an unsolicited attempt by one company to gain control of another by acquiring its shares.

Go Private

The process by which a publicly traded company is transformed into a privately held entity, often through the purchase of all outstanding shares.