A Computer Company Buys a Hard-Drive Manufacturer

question 88

Multiple Choice

A computer company buys a hard-drive manufacturer.This is an example of:

• A) backward integration
• B) horizontal integration
• C) forward integration
• D) conglomerate integration

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Definitions:

Dodd-Frank Act

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Clawback Provisions

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CEO Pay

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