The Agency Problem Refers to the Possible Conflicts of Interest

question 24

Multiple Choice

The agency problem refers to the possible conflicts of interest between

• A)self-interested managers as principals and shareholders of the firm who are the agents.
• B)altruistic managers as agents and shareholders of the firm who are the principals.
• C)self-interested managers as agents and shareholders of the firm who are the principals.
• D)dutiful managers as principals and shareholders of the firm who are the agents.

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