In a spin-off, what do parent company shareholders receive?
ACash for the unit's book value
BBonds of the parent company
CEquivalent shares in the new firm
DNothing, as they are bought out
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: C. Equivalent shares in the new firm
Shareholders receive shares in the new company to compensate for the loss of equity in the original stock.
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