Which of the Following Firms Would Be a Takeover Candidate

question 57

Multiple Choice

Which of the following firms would be a takeover candidate?

• A) A firm with strong market position,high earnings and low current assets.
• B) A firm with strong market position,low earnings and low cash balances.
• C) A firm with strong market position,low earnings and high cash balances.
• D) A firm with high non-current assets,high earnings and low current assets.

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