2.1.3 Theoretical motives behind M & A 2.1.2.1 Behavioural Finance theory A behavioural perspective states that industry shocks may trigger merger waves. According to Roll (1986)‚ managers are highly confident with bull markets since they are already performing well. This results to an increase in overestimation of the expected effect of synergies from the M&A transactions which end up getting punished by realities. Shareholders and investors are usually overconfident and assume greater synergy gains
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Theoretical vs. Empirical Probability Probability- describes the chance that an uncertain event will occur. Empirical Probability - estimate that the event will happen based on how often the event occurs after collecting the data or running an experiment. It is based specifically on direct observation or experiences. Empirical Probability Formula P(E) = probability that an event‚ E‚ will occur. Top = number of ways the specific event occurs. Bottom = number of ways the experiment
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THEORETICAL ORIENTATION AND PRACTICE OF NEW ZEALAND COUNSELLORS AND PSYCHOTHERAPISTS: A SURVEY OF INTEGRATION AND ECLECTICISM INTRODUCTION During the 20th century‚ counselling and psychotherapy approaches saw an evolution in theories and techniques from the use of one main perspective‚ toward perspectives that are integrative and eclectic in practice. This proposal will commence with an outline of theoretical trends within counselling over time‚ from psychoanalytic theory in the 19th century
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Theoretical Position Paper Tatiana Rodriguez‚ Melissa Rodriguez‚ Christy Potter‚ Enes Velovic‚ Celene Richards‚ and David De Mers PSY/310 January 30‚ 2012 Kelle Daniels * * Early Psychological Theory While science worked diligently to quantify and validate early structuralist perspectives in psychology
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Theoretical and treatment approaches to family treatment Structural family therapists have developed a number of techniques; some of the following techniques are frequently used in restructuring families (Janzen) Confirmation: The therapist who is giving a sympathetic response to a family member’s affective presentation of herself‚ for example‚ may employ this technique: “You seem to be worried.” Confirmation can also be executed by describing an obviously negative characteristic of the client
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1. Based on the observations of Sabrina’s teacher there are many different speculations that may be drawn based upon the premise of the four theoretical perspectives‚ which will hopefully shed light on what may be the root of Sabrina’s behavior. There are four major research perspectives. The purpose of these perspectives is to emphasize either the internal or the external factors of a person’s behavior. These perspectives help to assess the question of whether a person’s behavior is regulated by
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Task 1 - How would you define criminology? I would define Criminology as a body of knowledge that focuses on behaviour that violates the criminal law and seeks an explanation for that given behaviour‚ aimed principally at clarifying the connection between crime and the personal characteristics of the offender and/or his environment with special reference to the origin of the offence itself. The Criminologists major role is to provide a general background in the causes of crime‚ which is in itself
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Race racism and society What do you consider the most convincing theoretical explanation for racism in society today? Whilst there are many theories for why racism exists in society today‚ in my essay I will be discussing what theories have emerged to explain racism in society today and what reasons sociologists put forward for this. Racism: what does this word mean? Where did this word come from‚ when it was originally used? I will also discuss the word race and what it means and how it differs
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THEORETICAL BACKGROUND Computerized Enrollment System This study aims to come up with an enrollment system for a high school which also includes information pertinent data such as name‚ year‚ section‚ miscellaneous fees‚ etc. This system is design for the use of the staff to enable them to produce information required by different people. The system will make the work of faculty and staff faster‚ easier and more comprehensive. The Enrollment System will also store the data of the students such
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Theoretical Orientation: Outpatient Treatment Programs Marilyn Ramirez Hunter College There are several treatment modalities available for individuals with substance abuse disorder. It’s wonderful that there are so many options to support people with substance abuse issues (SUD). The road to recovery is so long for most people and finding the most suitable treatment program can be greatly beneficial to the client. On the other hand‚ starting a treatment program that is not the best
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