For Many IPOs, the Lead Underwriter Has A(an)_______ Option, Which

question 70

Multiple Choice

For many IPOs, the lead underwriter has a(an) _______ option, which allows it to allocate an additional 15 percent of the firm's shares for a period of up to 30 days after the IPO.

• A)credit default
• B)quantitative
• C)overallotment
• D)lockup

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