Shareholders Generally Prefer That a Distressed Firm

question 131

Multiple Choice

Shareholders generally prefer that a distressed firm:

• A) Undergo reorganization under the Bankruptcy and Insolvency Act because the common stock generally recoups its value.
• B) Undergo liquidation under the Bankruptcy and Insolvency Act because they have first priority over the firm's assets.
• C) Undergo reconstitution under the Bankruptcy and Insolvency Act because that option usually minimizes shareholder loss.
• D) Not declare bankruptcy because they are generally required to convert their shares into debt securities.
• E) Not declare bankruptcy since the common shares are often rendered worthless.

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