Consider the Following Equation: < the Term

question 43

Multiple Choice

Consider the following equation: < The term T in this equation refers to

• A) the premerger (standalone) value of the acquirer.
• B) the value of the synergies created by the merger.
• C) the premerger (standalone) value of the target.
• D) new shares to pay for the target.

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