Mergers and acquisitions are created for all of the following reasons EXCEPT to
A) gain new technology.
B) reduce tax obligations.
C) gain economies of scale.
D) smooth out seasonal trends in sales.
E) increase the number of employees.

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Mergers and acquisitions are not typically created to simply increase the number of employees. While an increase in employees may be a result of a merger or acquisition, it is not typically the primary reason for pursuing such a business deal.

Mergers and Acquisitions Are Created for All of the Following