In a ________ merger,the target's industry buys or sells to the acquirer's industry.
A)conglomerate
B)vertical
C)horizontal
D)diagonal

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In a vertical merger, the target company is involved in a different stage of the same supply chain as the acquiring company. Hence, the acquisition enables the acquirer to gain better control of its supply chain and integrate its operations more closely. This may involve the acquisition of a supplier or distributor, for example, to ensure better quality control, cost savings, or improved distribution channels.

In a ________ Merger,the Target's Industry Buys or Sells to the Acquirer's