Mergers That Attempt to Bootstrap Earnings May Obtain Increased Current

question 1

Multiple Choice

Mergers that attempt to bootstrap earnings may obtain increased current earnings per share at the expense of:

• A) a higher price-earnings ratio.
• B) higher total combined market value.
• C) reduced future growth prospects.
• D) increased free cash flow.

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