The following are sensible motives for mergers EXCEPT:     a. Economies of scope   b. Reducing firm risk through diversification   c. Reducing competition   d. Eliminating inefficiencies   e. All of the above

Create a table to compare and contrast the three types of corporate mergers: horizontal, vertical, or conglomerate. Describe the characteristics of the corporations that are involved (products, consumers, etc.) and the benefits of this type of merger for each corporation.

This distinguishes a business combination from other types of investment transactions. Obtaining of control Acquisition of stocks Acquisition of assets All of these The entity that obtains control over another business in a business combination called the Controller Acquiree Acquirer Controllee Entity A obtained control of Entity B in a business combination. When computing for goodwill, Entity A would least likely account for which of the following? Entity B’s research and development projects that were already charged as expenses, but have a fair value as at the acquisition date. Entity B’s unrecorded identifiable intangible assets Operating lease between Entity A and Entity B, wherein Entity B is the lessee. Entity A’s expected costs of exiting or terminating some or all of Entity B’s activities after the combination. A contingent liability assumed in a business combination Is not accounted for by the acquirer if the contingent liability has an improbable outflow of economic…

The following are sentences relating to types of mergers and acquisitions. Which is/are true? [S1] Both horizontal and product-extension types of M&A involve catering to the same market group before and after the M&A. [S2] A vertical M&A involves a supplier or buyer of the acting firm as the target firm.a. Only S1 is true.b. Only S2 is true.c. Neither is true.d. Both are true.

Several reasons have been proposed to justify mergers. Among the more prominent are (1) tax consideration, (2) risk reduction, (3) control, (4) purchase of assets at below replacement cost, and (5) synergy in general. Which of the reasons are economically justifiable? Which are not? Which fit the situation at hand? Explain.

Which one of the following is the least likely reason a company may acquire an ownership interest in another company? Select one: a.To benefit form an overvaluing of assets in the investee company b. To oust an inefficient management team c. To take advantage of operating and/or cost synergies d. To exercise an active role in the business' activities

Which is not a valid, acceptable reason for companies to merge? Synergistic benefits arising from mergers. Reduction in competition resulting from mergers. Acquisition of assets at below replacement value. Attempts to minimize taxes by acquiring a firm with large accumulated losses that can be used immediately. Using surplus cash to acquire another firm and prevent unfavorable tax consequences for shareholders.

Which of the following characteristics are not an advantage of being a publicly traded company? Group of answer choices A. Allows the firm to play the merger game, using marketable securities for the purchase of other firms. B. Prestige is helpful in bank negotiations, executive recruitment and the marketing of products. C. Tapping into the security markets for a greater amount of funds. D. Compliance costs because of various public disclosure requirements.

In 2010, if Cinnamon is deemed to have control over Cambridge, it will most likelyaccount for its investment in Cambridge using:A . the equity method.B . the acquisition method.C . proportionate consolidation