With Regard to Debt Securities, Which of the Following Statements

question 6

Multiple Choice

With regard to debt securities, which of the following statements is TRUE?

• A) Issuing debt securities at a premium will normally increase the after-tax cost of financing for the issuer, provided they are not in the business of lending money.
• B) Issuing debt securities at a premium results in the borrowing corporation receiving funds below the stated price.
• C) Issuing debt securities at a premium will normally reduce the after-tax cost of financing for the issuer, provided they are not in the business of lending money.
• D) Issuing debt securities at a premium is not allowed for tax purposes.

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