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4. The final question is based on the session 11 case: Target Corporation: Ackman versus the Board (at the end of chapter 12). This was partially covered in the session 11 case discussion; please refer to that for context in responding to the following issues.

(40 points) How are the business model differences reflected in Targets and Walmarts financial performance? How would you evaluate Targets relative financial performance to Wal-Mart? What are the key metrics most useful to understanding their relative performance?