The Acquisition Date for a Business Combination Is the Date

question 23

Multiple Choice

The acquisition date for a business combination is the date on which:

• A)a substantive agreement between the combining parties is reached
• B)the acquirer effectively obtains control of the acquiree
• C)the business combination is announced to the public
• D)the acquirer announces the acquisition to the acquiree.

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