Lenders Require Collateral to

question 73

Multiple Choice

Lenders require collateral to

• A) extend to the borrower an unsecured loan.
• B) control the borrowing firm.
• C) reduce the risk of default.
• D) reduce the losses if the borrower defaults.

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