The Use of High Levels of Debt in Acquisitions Has

question 58

Multiple Choice

The use of high levels of debt in acquisitions has contributed to:

• A) the increase in above-average returns earned by acquiring firms.
• B) an increased risk of bankruptcy for acquiring firms.
• C) the confidence of the stock market in firms issuing junk bonds.
• D) an increase in investments that have long-term payoffs.

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