Which of the Following Statements Is False

question 40

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is false?

• A) There are two primary mechanisms by which ownership and control of a public corporation can change: either another corporation or group of individuals can acquire the target firm, or the target firm can merge with another firm.
• B) Merger activity is greater during economic contractions than during expansions.
• C) Mergers and acquisitions are part of what is often referred to as "the market for corporate control."
• D) The takeover market is also characterized by merger waves - peaks of heavy activity followed by quiet troughs of few transactions.

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Definitions:

Genetic Drift

A mechanism of evolution involving random changes in the frequency of alleles within a population over time, not necessarily driven by natural selection.

Gene Flow

The transfer of genetic variation from one population to another, which can lead to changes in the genetic composition of populations.

Sickle-Cell Anemia

A genetic blood disorder causing red blood cells to assume a sickle shape, leading to various health complications.

Hemoglobin

The protein that carries oxygen in red blood cells.