Mastering Business Growth
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Which of the following best describes the difference between an acquisition and a merger?

  • An acquisition is when one company takes over another, while a merger is when two companies agree to become one. (correct)
  • An acquisition and a merger are essentially the same thing.
  • An acquisition is when two companies agree to become one, while a merger is when one company takes over another.
  • An acquisition is when two companies agree to become one, while a merger is when one company buys out a different company.
  • Why might a business choose to use the strategy of mergers and acquisitions?

  • To buy out their competition.
  • To become bigger without doing the work.
  • To add more products or services.
  • All of the above. (correct)
  • What is an example of a well-known acquisition mentioned in the text?

  • Apple's acquisition of Beats.
  • Amazon's acquisition of Whole Foods.
  • Facebook's acquisition of WhatsApp. (correct)
  • Google's acquisition of YouTube.
  • Which of the following is NOT a reason why a business might choose to use the strategy of mergers and acquisitions?

    <p>To reduce costs and increase efficiency.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main focus of this text?

    <p>Strategies that businesses use to grow their companies and sell more products.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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