What is a breakup fee in a merger agreement designed to do?

1. AIncrease the purchase price
2. BPenalize the acquirer for failing to close
3. CCompensate the initial bidder if the target accepts a superior proposal✓ Correct answer
4. DProtect minority shareholders from dilution

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