Which of the Following Is a Disadvantage of Mergers

question 24

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a disadvantage of mergers?

• A)Mergers hinder economies of scale.
• B)Mergers may contribute to management inefficiencies.
• C)Mergers may lead to higher prices.
• D)Growth by merger is often more expensive than internal growth.

---

Definitions:

Spinal Cord

A long, thin, tubular structure made up of nervous tissue, which extends from the brainstem down the back, transmitting neural signals between the brain and the body.

Phrenology

The now-discredited theory that different brain areas account for specific character and personality traits, which can be “read” from bumps on the skull.

Neuroscience

The scientific study of the nervous system, including the brain, spinal cord, and neural networks, to understand the biological basis of behavior, thought, and emotion.

Gall's Assertion

The claim by phrenologist Franz Joseph Gall that the bumps on the skull represent the brain's underlying development and could be used to diagnose mental faculties and character.