One Unintended Consequence of Sarbanes-Oxley

question 25

Multiple Choice

One unintended consequence of Sarbanes-Oxley

• A)is that international companies are starting to prefer issuing eurobonds in the private placement market in the U.S.to avoid costly information disclosure required of registered bonds.
• B)is that international companies are starting to prefer to issue Yankee bonds in the private placement market in the U.S.
• C)is that international companies are starting to prefer issuing Yankee bonds in the bearer bond market in the U.S.to avoid costly information disclosure required of registered bonds.
• D)is that international companies have left the bond market in the U.S.to avoid costly information disclosure required of registered bonds.

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Definitions:

ERG Theory

A motivational theory developed by Clayton Alderfer that categorizes human needs into three groups: Existence, Relatedness, and Growth.

Activated Needs

Activated needs are desires or requirements that have been triggered by internal or external stimuli, prompting individuals to take action.

Acquired Needs Theory

A psychological theory suggesting that individuals acquire certain needs through their life experiences, such as the needs for achievement, affiliation, and power, which influence their motivation and behavior.

Need For Achievement

A motivational drive that pushes individuals to reach success, excel in their endeavors, and overcome challenges through personal effort.