Consider the Following Equation

question 46

Multiple Choice

Consider the following equation:
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The term x in this equation refers to

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

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