Acquisitions fail for all but one of the following reasons:
A)the acquiring firm often overpays for the assets of the acquired firm.
B)many acquisitions fail because there is a clash between the cultures of the acquiring and the acquired firms.
C)as they are quick to execute by buying an established firm,one party can be left 'holding the baby' if the venture sours
D)many acquisitions fail because attempts to realise synergies by integrating the operations of the acquired and acquiring entities often run into roadblocks and take much longer than forecast.

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Acquisitions are not typically considered quick to execute; they involve complex processes and due diligence, making option C not a common reason for failure.

Acquisitions Fail for All but One of the Following Reasons