CenturyLink to Buy Level 3 for $34

CenturyLink to Buy Level 3 for $34

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The video discusses the merger between CenturyLink and Level 3, focusing on business services and internet infrastructure. It highlights the financial strategies, including tax benefits and net operating losses, that drive such telecom deals. The challenges faced by legacy companies in seeking growth through acquisitions are explored, along with the market implications and future outlook of the merger.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the primary focus of the merger between CenturyLink and Level 3?

Entering the entertainment industry

Developing new landline technologies

Enhancing business services

Expanding into consumer markets

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How do CenturyLink and Level 3 plan to use their net operating losses?

As a tax shield

To invest in new technologies

To reduce service prices

To expand their workforce

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a common strategy for telecom companies seeking growth?

Reducing customer base

Focusing on landline services

Decreasing service offerings

Acquiring other companies

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is one of the challenges faced by legacy telecom companies?

Expanding into retail markets

Reducing internet services

Finding new growth avenues

Increasing landline usage

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the likelihood of another company bidding for Level 3?

Certain

Moderate

Very high

Low