Which of the Following Statements Is True

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is true?

A) Economists and financial analysts agree that mergers are good for the economy.
B) Takeovers always increase a firm's productivity.
C) Mergers in the first part of the twenty-first century will see an increase in debt financing.
D) Mergers in the first part of the twenty-first century will be driven by cash-rich companies looking to acquire businesses that will enhance their position in the marketplace.
E) There will be fewer mergers that involve investors from other countries.