Firms in Which One of the Following Industries Are Most

question 22

Multiple Choice

Firms in which one of the following industries are most apt to have the highest debt ratios?

• A) Integrated oil and gas
• B) Railroad
• C) Software
• D)Communications equipment

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Executive Branch

The branch of government responsible for implementing and enforcing the laws passed by the legislative body, typically headed by the president or prime minister.

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