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Introduction Transactions Overview Initiation of Transaction Process Lock-up Agreements Management Participation Conditions Transaction Timing Special Meeting Dividends and Other Distributions Material Adverse Effect Interim Period Covenants Representations and Warranties Non-Solicitation Right to Match Alternative Acquisition Proposals Break Fee Reverse Break Fee Expense Reimbursement Specific Performance Appendix A: Methodology Appendix B: Transactions Reviewed Appendix C: Blakes Mergers & Acquisitions Practice   Specific Performance     In 96% of transactions, the transaction agreement did not explicitly preclude all parties from seeking performance.     If not explicitly precluded, which parties were entitled to seek specific performance?