The Difference Between a Merger and an Acquisition Relates to

question 6

Multiple Choice

The difference between a merger and an acquisition relates to

• A)strategy and competitive advantage.
• B)the presence of available resources and competitive capabilities.
• C)whether the end result is related to horizontal or vertical scope.
• D)creating a more cost-efficient operation out of the combined companies.
• E)the details of ownership, management control, and the financial arrangements.

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