Find and read at least 2 articles about a recent merger or acquisition.

• Write a paper of at least 1800 words that answers the following questions:

o What alternatives to the merger or acquisition may have been a better solution?
o Which defensive tactics were utilized? Was it effective?
o What were the financial side effects of the merger or acquisition?
o What mistakes occurred? How could they have been avoided?
o Was this merger or acquisition a good decision? Why?

• Format your paper using West Writing Style Handbook guidelines.