The Primary Difference Between Basel I and the Proposed Basel

question 102

Multiple Choice

The primary difference between Basel I and the proposed Basel III in converting OBS values to on-balance-sheet credit equivalent amounts is

• A)the use of credit ratings in Basel III to assign credit risk weights on the OBS activities.
• B)the use of six weight classes by Basel III rather than four classes.
• C)the use of the underlying counterparty activity in Basel II to assign credit risk weights on the OBS activities.
• D)All of the options.

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