Given a Firm's Liabilities, an Increase in Interest Rates Reduces

question 59

Multiple Choice

Given a firm's liabilities, an increase in interest rates reduces the firm's net worth because:

• A)Profits will be lower due to higher interest costs
• B)Asset values will increase
• C)The principal amount of the loans will increase
• D)All of the answers given are correct

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