Which of the Following Statements Is Correct Concerning the Cost

question 25

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is correct concerning the cost of two firms merging? The cost:

• A)Is fixed when the merger is financed with cash
• B)Can be affected by post-merger gains if cash is used
• C)Decreases as the post-merger share price increases when stock is used to finance the merger
• D)Is not determined until after the merger, regardless of the type of financing

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