If Wal-Mart and Target Were to Merge,this Would Be an Example

question 30

Multiple Choice

If Wal-Mart and Target were to merge,this would be an example of a ________ merger.

• A)conglomerate
• B)vertical
• C)horizontal
• D)diagonal

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