The Primary Component of the Large Compensation Packages of CEOs

question 63

Multiple Choice

The primary component of the large compensation packages of CEOs is (are) :

• A) incentives for specific performance outcomes.
• B) bonuses for exemplary firm performance.
• C) salary.
• D) stock and stock options.

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Definitions:

Securities

Assets indicating equity in a publicly-traded company, a bond signifying indebtedness to a company or government, or options granting ownership rights.

Collateralized Debt Obligations

Collateralized debt obligations (CDOs) are complex financial instruments that pool together cash flow-generating assets and repackages this asset pool into discrete tranches that can be sold to investors.

Default Risk

The potential that a borrower will fail to meet the obligations of a loan or debt agreement.

Mortgages

Loans specifically designed for the purchase of real estate, secured by the property itself.