The most likely interpretation of headlines that read "ABC Corp.adopts shark repellent" is that:
A) ABC wants to increase the difficulty of a takeover.
B) ABC has made a tender offer for the shares of another firm.
C) ABC will merge only with small-sized partners.
D) ABC Corp. desires to reduce the costs of being acquired.

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The term "shark repellent" is commonly used to refer to measures taken by a company to make itself less attractive to hostile takeover attempts. Therefore, the most likely interpretation of the headline is that ABC Corp. is implementing such measures to deter potential acquirers and make a takeover more difficult.

The Most Likely Interpretation of Headlines That Read "ABC Corp