The Board of Directors of a Large Conglomerate Has Decided

question 121

Multiple Choice

The board of directors of a large conglomerate has decided that the investment opportunities for the firm are limited and that greater value could be created for the shareholders if the firm were divided into four independent businesses. Following approval by shareholders, the firm executed this strategy which is best described as a

• A) Split-up
• B) Split-off
• C) Spin-off
• D) Equity carveout
• E) Reverse merger

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Definitions:

Ability to Pay

A principle suggesting that the amount of tax an individual or entity should pay is based on the level of their economic resources or income.

Circular Flow Model

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Costs of Production

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Resource-Owners' Money Income

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