A press release issued today announced that Firm X has acquired Firm Y. The press release explained that both firms have ceased to exist in their prior forms and have combined to create an entirely new entity called Firm Z. Which one of the following terms best describes this transaction? Multiple Choice Divestiture Tender offer Conglomeration Spinoff Consolidation
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