When Securities Are Issued Under a Rights Issue

question 21

Multiple Choice

When securities are issued under a rights issue:

• A) existing shareholders have the opportunity to expand their holdings.
• B) shares are offered to the public at a discount.
• C) the existing shares will increase in price.
• D) current shareholders have the right to resell their stock to the issuer.

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