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ACut every cost line
BPay more dividends
CAvoid most mergers
DBuy firms that cut EPS
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: D. Buy firms that cut EPS
Buying companies raises total profit but can lower profit per share, which hurts owners while the managers gain.
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