A Merger Should Not Take Place Simply for the Purpose

question 13

Multiple Choice

A merger should not take place simply for the purpose of:

• A) diversification if shareholders can accomplish the same result on there own portfolios.
• B) increasing the debt capacity for the tax shield gain.
• C) acquiring free cash flow to be put to use by the acquirer.
• D) reducing the cost of production.

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