A Firm Whose Only Asset Is Controlling Blocks of Shares

question 48

Multiple Choice

A firm whose only asset is controlling blocks of shares in other firms is called:

• A)a conglomerate.
• B)a holding company.
• C)a pyramid.
• D)dual-class company.

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