When a pill triggers, other holders may buy new shares
AAt a premium
BAt par only
CAt a discount
DWithout voting
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: C. At a discount
Every other shareholder gets the right to buy new shares at a discount, which dilutes the bidder.
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