Which of the Following Criteria Is Generally Least Important in Selecting

question 31

Multiple Choice

Which of the following criteria is generally least important in selecting marketable securities for inclusion in the firm's portfolio?

• A)length of maturity
• B)yield
• C)marketability
• D)default risk

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Definitions:

English Auction

A type of auction in which the price starts low and is progressively bid upwards, with the highest bid at the end winning the item.

Rational Self-Interest

The principle that individuals tend to make decisions that maximize their own utility or benefit.

Collude

To conspire or work together secretly, especially in order to cheat or deceive others.

Dutch Auction

A type of auction where the auctioneer starts with a high asking price which is lowered until some participant is willing to accept the auctioneer’s price, or a predetermined minimum price is reached.