Answer:
Pappelbon Enterprises
All of the following statements accurately reflect this EXCEPT:
c. Pappelbon's management was overly focused on acquisitions.
Explanation:
Acquisitions require effective due diligence to be performed on the target. Â Due diligence involves a full evaluation of the company to be acquired. Â The evaluation should have uncovered the poor maintenance culture of the acquiree. Â When it is established that many of the gas pumps would need replacement, the acquisition cost should have been reduced accordingly. These steps will also enable the management to not overpay for the acquired entity.