The Three Major Rating Agencies for Governments Have Each Developed

question 59

Multiple Choice

The three major rating agencies for governments have each developed quantitative tools for assessing credit risk. Which of the following general factors is used by all three rating agencies in assessing credit risk?

• A) Economy.
• B) Budgetary flexibility.
• C) Revenue dispersion.
• D) Geographic location.

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