JetStream Airway's decision to acquire Rex Fuels Inc.proved to be ill-fated because its managers had overestimated their abilities and skills.They believed that they had the skills to manage such diversified businesses and create additional shareholder value.However,the acquisition failed to create the anticipated synergies because the managers' capabilities were restricted to the airlines industry.What does this scenario best illustrate?

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The scenario best illustrates managerial hubris. Managers of the acquiring company convince themselves that they are able to manage the business of the target company more effectively and, therefore, create additional shareholder value. This justification is often used for an unrelated diversification strategy. This can lead to managerial hubris.

JetStream Airway's Decision to Acquire Rex Fuels Inc