Which of the Following Statements Is Most Correct

question 54

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is most correct?

• A) The expected return on corporate bonds will generally exceed the yield to maturity.
• B) If a company increases its debt ratio, this is likely to reduce the default premium on its existing bonds.
• C) All else equal, senior debt will generally have a lower yield to maturity than subordinated debt.
• D) Answers a and c are correct.
• E) None of the answers above is correct.

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