Gitman: Principl Manageri Finance_15 (15th Edition) (What's New in Finance)
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ISBN: 9780134476315
Author: Chad J. Zutter, Scott B. Smart
Publisher: PEARSON
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Chapter 18.2, Problem 18.5RQ
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To discuss: Operating unit and divestiture.
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The two main mechanisms of mergers are leveraged buyouts (LBO) and divestitures.
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