How is an equity alliance different from a joint venture?

A. An equity alliance involves taking ownership in a partner; a joint venture involves two or more entities owning a firm.
B. An equity alliance involves partners contributing equity to a joint venture; a joint venture involves two or more entities owning a firm.
C. An equity alliance involves taking ownership in a partner; a joint venture involves taking ownership by buying stock.
D. An equity alliance involves ownership that facilitates transaction-specific ventures; a joint venture involves taking ownership by buying stock.


Answer: A

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