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Series 79: M&A, Tender Offers & Restructuring
Series 79 practice questionmediumMerger Types

In a reverse triangular merger, which entity survives as a subsidiary post-transaction?

  1. AThe target company✓ Correct answer
  2. BThe acquirer's merger subsidiary
  3. CThe acquirer parent
  4. DA new holding company created for the merger
Explanation

Why AThe target company

In a reverse triangular merger, the merger sub merges into the target, which survives as a subsidiary of the acquirer. Confusing this with a forward triangular merger is a common error.

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