Which of the Following Is an Accurate Statement About the Difference

question 192

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is an accurate statement about the difference between debt and equity?

• A) debt represents ownership interest in a firm while equity does not
• B) Interest payments on equity are tax deductible for the issuer while those on debt are not
• C) debt requires interest payments while equity does not
• D) equity carries with it the possibility of financial distress while debt does not

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