In 1998 Chrysles Corporation of the Lnited States and Daimler-Benz of Ger many announced a merger of their two firms. Evaluate whether or nor the following theoretical synergies from a merger apply to Daimler-Chrysler:

a. Greater economics of scale than previously existed

b. A pooling of managerial and marketing expertise that would improve their efficiency and effectiveness

c. A combinarion of research capability and superior technology such that, joined togerher, the new firm will possess a competitive advantage

d. Greater financial strength due to the increase in size and established home locarion in both Europe and the United States

e. Ability to sell more cars together than had been possible as two separate companies, due to differentiared products from each of the firms