An Example of Asymmetric Information in Financial Markets Is That

question 12

Multiple Choice

An example of asymmetric information in financial markets is that, in equity markets, directors __________ than shareholders.

• A)have a better sense of future profitability
• B)have a different rate of time preference
• C)are less optimistic about the future
• D)are less certain about the future

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