Kerry owns a fast food business that he operates for a profit. While working in the business one afternoon, an individual entered and identified himself as an inspector and asked permission to inspect the premises to ensure that they were in good, clean, and sanitary conditions. Kerry permitted him to inspect. The individual was not from any government agency. What is the most likely explanation for Kerry’s actions?

The master manufacturing company has just announced a tender offer for its own common stock. master is offering to buy up to 100% of the company's stock at $20 per share contingent on at least 64% of the outstanding shares being tendered. after the announcement of the offer, the stock closed on the nyse up 2.50 at $18.75. a customer has 100 shares of master stock in his cash account. the customer tells you that he wishes to "cash out" his position. you should recommend that the customer: