Speculative-Grade Bonds Are

question 55

Multiple Choice

Speculative-grade bonds are:

• A)bonds that ratings agencies rate in the top four rating categories.
• B)bonds that ratings agencies rate below 'BBB' (S&P)or below 'Baa' (Moody's).
• C)bonds that ratings agencies rate above 'BBB' (S&P)or 'Baa' (Moody's).
• D)bonds that legally require ratings by ratings agencies like S&P and Moody's.

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Definitions:

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Total Purchased Cost

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Unit Cost

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