Which of the Following Statements Is Most Correct

question 37

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is most correct?

• A) If a company increases its debt ratio, this is likely to reduce the default premium on its existing bonds.
• B) All else equal, senior debt has less default risk than subordinated debt.
• C) An indenture is a bond that is less risky than a subordinated debenture.
• D) Statements a and c are correct.
• E) All of the answers above are correct.

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