Which One of the Following Statements Is TRUE

question 51

Multiple Choice

Which one of the following statements is TRUE?

• A) a shareholder rights provision discourages takeovers because the acquiring company will suffer dilution.
• B) a company has an interlocking board of directors if the ceo also serves as the chairman of the board of directors.
• C) a company whose board members are elected in staggered terms is said to have an interlocking board of directors.
• D) shareholders want to prevent takeovers because they don't want the company purchased out from under them.
• E) a classified board is one in which the board members serve anonymously.

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