Defensive Measures to Prevent an Unfriendly Merger Do Not Include

question 107

Multiple Choice

Defensive measures to prevent an unfriendly merger do not include:

• A)convincing the shareholders of the target company not to approve the deal.
• B)seeking a preemptive merger with another acquirer the target's management feels is more desirable.
• C)suing the would-be acquirer for unjust interference with business operations.
• D)trying to get the justice department to view the proposed merger as an antitrust violation.

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Definitions:

UCC

The Uniform Commercial Code consists of regulations that oversee business dealings within the United States.

Mirror Image Rule

A principle in contract law stating that an offer must be accepted exactly without modifications for a contract to be formed.

Parol Evidence Rule

A legal principle stating that oral agreements or statements made prior to or at the time of a written contract cannot contradict the terms of the written contract.

Merchant

An individual or company engaged in the business of selling goods or services.