The Major Determinant of the Bond Ratings Assigned by Moody's

question 30

Multiple Choice

The major determinant of the bond ratings assigned by Moody's, Standard and Poor, or Fitch is

• A) marketability.
• B) tax treatment.
• C) term to maturity.
• D) default risk.
• E) frequency of interest payments.

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