Which of the Following Statements Is True About Investing in Stocks

question 57

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is true about investing in stocks and bonds?

• A)Issuers of stocks can default on their stock obligations.
• B)Investing in stocks involves less risk because the future payments are less uncertain.
• C)In case of bankruptcy, bondholders get paid first ahead of stockholders.
• D)Bankruptcy occurs when the issuing firm is unable to fulfill its stock obligations.

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