Berkshire Ventures was quietly engaged in “pre” due diligenc…
Berkshire Ventures was quietly engaged in “pre” due diligence regarding a prospective offer to buy Dornetto Towne Square, an “A” level shopping mall. Dornetto is owned by Ali Partners IX, Inc., a sole purpose entity created by Ali Development Ventures, LLC. Berkshire Ventures instructed its investment analyst to research Ali Partners’ and Ali Development’s financial positions, to determine if the “Alis” would be motivated to sell Dornetto at an advantageous price (to Berkshire Ventures, of course). This information would provide Berkshire Ventures its relative _____________________ when it approached and then negotiated with the “Alis” about a deal. (Select one answer only.)