Merging the Roles of the Chief Executive Officer and the Chairperson

Merging the roles of the chief executive officer and the chairperson of the board of an organization is advantageous because:

A) the power of the stockholders and the independence of the board is increased.
B) the company begins to prioritize long-term goals over short-term goals.
C) the checks that the board set in place against unethical behavior become more effective.
D) the board is led by someone familiar with the inner workings of the organization.