Which of the Following Statements Is CORRECT

question 70

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is CORRECT?

• A) Two bonds have the same maturity and the same coupon rate.However,one is callable and the other is not.The difference in prices between the bonds will be greater if the current market interest rate is below the coupon rate than if it is above the coupon rate.
• B) A callable 10-year,10% bond should sell at a higher price than an otherwise similar noncallable bond.
• C) Corporate treasurers dislike issuing callable bonds because these bonds may require the company to raise additional funds earlier than would be true if noncallable bonds with the same maturity were used.
• D) Two bonds have the same maturity and the same coupon rate.However,one is callable and the other is not.The difference in prices between the bonds will be greater if the current market interest rate is above the coupon rate than if it is below the coupon rate.
• E) The actual life of a callable bond will always be equal to or less than the actual life of a noncallable bond with the same maturity.Therefore,if the yield curve is upward sloping,the required rate of return will be lower on the callable bond.

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Definitions:

Simple Cuboidal Cells

A type of epithelial cell that is cube-shaped and forms the lining of various glands and ducts, playing a role in secretion and absorption.

Proximal Tubule

The segment of the nephron in the kidney immediately following the Bowman's capsule that reabsorbs water, ions, and nutrients from the filtrate.

Microvilli

Tiny, finger-like extensions of the plasma membrane of cells, especially epithelial cells, which increase surface area for absorption.

Proximal Tubule

The portion of the nephron in the kidney closest to the renal corpuscle, involved in the reabsorption of water, ions, and nutrients.