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(i) Define synergy in the context of takeovers. List two main sources of synergy?

(ii) Briefly discuss three potential valid reasons for merger that are highly likely to apply to the merger of two retail firms?

(iii) Which synergies are more likely to be realized? Briefly discuss?

(iv) What is a friendly takeover bid? Briefly discuss why a potential acquirer might prefer a friendly deal?

(v) Discuss how demographic influences affect industry growth, profitability, and risk?

(vi) Briefly discuss the factors driving the merger waves (causes)?

(vii) Why is it important to anticipate M&A waves?

(viii) Of Porter's five forces, what are the two vertical forces that affect competition and profitability.

(ix) Briefly discuss two disadvantages of PE/LBO deal structure?

(x) How do firms choose among different market entry strategies for foreign expansion? Briefly discuss?

(xi) The Corporations Law prohibits a person or company from acquiring shares that would take the acquirer beyond the 20% shareholding threshold or increase an existing holding which is between 20% & 90%. List three ways in which the Corporations Law allows an acquirer to acquire shares in spite of this general prohibition (permitted methods)?