Which of the following is an example of a vertical merger?
A) Northwestern Idaho University merging with McDonald's.
B) Northwestern Idaho University merging with a training academy for new professors.
C) Northwestern Idaho University merging with Roosevelt University.
D) Northwestern Idaho University going from a public to a private university.

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A vertical merger involves the combination of two firms that operate at different levels in the same supply chain. In this case, Northwestern Idaho University merging with a training academy for new professors is an example of vertical merger as it involves two organizations operating at different levels in the education sector supply chain.

Which of the Following Is an Example of a Vertical