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CHAPTER 1 

MERGERS AND ACQUISITIONS 

LEARNING OBJECTIVES: 

After studying this chapter you will be able to:

1. Define mergers. 

2. List twelve conditions required to merge. 

3. Define and perform due diligence. 

4. Identify information to consider before "doing a deal” 

5. Describe antitrust guidelines 

6. Explain M & A percent rules. 

7. Plan for mergers and acquisitions. 

8. Decide on acquisition terms.