alleryStart learning →In a hostile takeover the bidder approaches the
AThe target's board
BThe regulator first
CThe shareholders directly
DThe lenders first
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: C. The shareholders directly
The hostile bidder goes straight to shareholders instead of seeking approval from officers or directors.
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