The following are dubious reasons for mergers: (I) to diversify (II) increasing the earnings per share (EPS) (III) lower financing costs (IV) industry consolidation

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1.	The following are dubious reasons for mergers: (I) to diversify (II) increasing the earnings per share (EPS) (III) lower financing costs (IV) industry consolidation
A.	I only
B.	II and IV only
C.	III and IV only
D.	I, II, and III only
Answer» E.

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