In Which Cases Are Takeovers Likely to Be Hostile

question 43

Multiple Choice

In which cases are takeovers likely to be hostile?

• A)Cases where synergies are expected.
• B)Cases where economies of scale are likely to result.
• C)Cases where target management is inefficient.
• D)Cases of horizontal takeovers.

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