Which of the following is the best definition of a stock exchange bid?
A) Combinations of firms that have been joined by merger, consolidation, or acquisition.
B) A public offer by one firm to directly buy the shares from another firm.
C) The positive incremental net gain associated with the combination of two firms through a merger or acquisition.
D) Agreement between firms to cooperate in pursuit of a joint goal.
E) Corporate takeover bid communicated to the shareholders through a stock exchange.

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A stock exchange bid, in the context of corporate takeovers, refers to an offer made to buy shares of a company, which is communicated to the shareholders through the mechanisms of a stock exchange. This is distinct from private or direct offers, as it involves the public and regulated environment of the stock exchange.

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