Multiple Choice
Tyco International's decision to split into three separate companies was motivated by:
A) The scandal involving its former CEO
B) The belief that Tyco's businesses could achieve greater flexibility and growth as independent companies than as subsidiaries of Tyco
C) The belief that the synergies among Tyco's businesses were outweighed by the costs of Tyco's corporate HQ
D) The recognition that Tyco was subject to a "conglomerate discount."
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