The Value of a Financial Instrument Rises As

question 68

Multiple Choice

The value of a financial instrument rises as:

• A) the size of the payment promised decreases.
• B) the promised payment is made sooner rather than later.
• C) it is less likely the payment will be made.
• D) the payments are made when the prospective investor needs them least.

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