Company O is interested in acquiring Company J$.$ So$,$ Company O presents a proposal with the acquisition terms to Company J$\text{'}$s CEO, John. John does research on Company O and finds that the company has poor profit margins, treats customers poorly, and has a management culture that may be harmful to Company J$\text{'}$s current culture. In this scenario, which option should John take for Company J$?$

a$.$

Do nothing; the two companies cannot combine without Company J$$s explicit consent.

b$.$

Turn down the acquisition offer, and prepare to resist a hostile takeover.

c$.$

Welcome the acquisition, and use knowledge transfer to impart Company J$\text{'}$s management practices.

d$.$

Attempt a friendly merger, and use managerial hubris to improve results at Company O$.$