Which of the Following Statements Is CORRECT,holding Other Things Constant

question 88

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is CORRECT,holding other things constant?

• A) Firms whose assets are relatively liquid tend to have relatively low bankruptcy costs,hence they tend to use relatively little debt.
• B) An increase in the personal tax rate is likely to increase the debt ratio of the average corporation.
• C) If changes in the bankruptcy code make bankruptcy less costly to corporations,then this would likely lead to lower debt ratios for corporations.
• D) An increase in the company's degree of operating leverage would tend to encourage the firm to use more debt in its capital structure so as to keep its total risk unchanged.
• E) An increase in the corporate tax rate would in theory encourage companies to use more debt in their capital structures.

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Definitions:

Bargaining Issue Determination

The process of identifying and defining the specific subjects or matters to be negotiated or discussed between parties, typically in the context of labor relations.

Direct Dealing

The negotiation process between employers and employees (or their representatives) without the involvement of third-party mediators or arbitrators.

Surface Bargaining

A term used in labor relations, referring to the practice of negotiating a contract without the intention of reaching a meaningful agreement.

Unilateral Change

Actions taken by one party, especially by an employer regarding work conditions, without agreement from the other party, such as employees or unions.