Which of the Following Statements Is Most Correct? in the Context

question 24

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is most correct? In the context of corporate groups an example of horizontal integration would be when:

• A)A television station obtains control over a rival television station
• B)A coal company obtains control over a steelworks
• C)An investment bank makes a private equity bid for an airline
• D)A privately owned grocery chain lists on the stock exchange.

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Definitions:

Business Segment

A division within a company that generates revenues and incurs expenses related to different products, services, or geographic areas.

Financial Results

The outcome of a company's activities in monetary terms, typically expressed in terms of revenue, profit, or loss over a specific period.

Discontinued Segment

A part of a business that has been sold off, shut down, or is no longer operating as a distinct unit.

Trend Percentages

Analysis technique that involves calculating the percentage change for a financial statement item over a period of time to identify patterns or trends.