Which of the Following Is Not a True Statement About

question 53

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is not a true statement about commercial paper?

• A) Finance paper is sold directly to the lender by the finance company.
• B) Finance paper is also referred to as direct paper.
• C) Dealer paper is sold directly to the lender by a finance company.
• D) Industrial companies, utility firms, or finance companies too small to sell direct paper sell dealer paper instead.

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