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In a merger model, the 'Pro Forma' share count is calculated as:

1. Acquirer shares outstanding + new shares issued for the transaction.
2. Acquirer shares outstanding plus target shares, with none cancelled at close.
3. Acquirer shares minus shares repurchased with the target's cash.
4. Target shares outstanding times the agreed exchange ratio.

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