Factor Completely $$a ^ { 2 } - 50 a b + 625 b ^ { 2 }$$

question 50

Multiple Choice

Factor completely.
- $$a ^ { 2 } - 50 a b + 625 b ^ { 2 }$$

• A) Prime
• B) \(( a + 25 b ) ( a - 25 b )\)
• C) \(( a + 25 b ) ^ { 2 }\)
• D) \(( a - 25 b ) ^ { 2 }\)

Identify the considerations for rating agencies in assessing bond default risk.

Understand the conditions under which companies are likely to call their bonds.

Analyze the effects of market interest rates on bond prices and yields.

Evaluate the relationship between bond maturity, price volatility, and interest rate risk.

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