Why Is Debt Often Referred to as Leverage in Finance

question 102

Multiple Choice

Why is debt often referred to as leverage in finance?

• A) Debt magnifies the firm's total asset turnover.
• B) Debt magnifies both the potential returns and the risk to bondholders.
• C) Debt magnifies both the potential returns and the risk to equity holders.
• D) None of the options.

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