If a Firm Retires or Extinguishes a Debt Issue Before

question 13

Multiple Choice

If a firm retires or extinguishes a debt issue before maturity,the specific amount they pay is:

• A) the amortization amount.
• B) the call price.
• C) the sinking fund amount.
• D) the spread premium.
• E) None of these.

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