Which of the Following Is True of a Chapter 13

question 54

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is true of a Chapter 13 petition?

• A) It can be filed by all individual debtors, irrespective of their income status.
• B) The petitioner need not demand an extension or composition.
• C) To qualify for Chapter 13, the debts must primarily be consumer debt.
• D) Creditors can file a Chapter 13 petition claiming payment from a debtor.

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