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How did George Westinghouse's death affect the Westinghouse Electric Corporation?

  • The corporation ceased operations

  • The corporation split into multiple companies

  • The corporation’s stock plummeted, leading to financial struggles

  • The corporation expanded into different industries

Answer

George Westinghouse's death in 1914 affected the Westinghouse Electric Corporation negatively, as the corporation's stock plummeted, leading to financial struggles. This was due in part to the fact that Westinghouse had been a major shareholder in the company and had also served as its president and chief executive officer. His death also led to a decline in morale among the company's employees, which further contributed to the financial problems.
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