If Walmart acquires Target, this would be an example of a:
A) horizontal merger.
B) vertical merger.
C) market extension merger.
D) conglomerate merger.

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A horizontal merger occurs when two companies operating in the same industry or market segment combine. Walmart and Target are both major retailers in the same sector, so their merger would be considered horizontal.

If Walmart Acquires Target, This Would Be an Example of A