Social Networking Sites May Blur the Line Between Personal and Business

question 12

True/False

Social networking sites may blur the line between personal and business.

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Definitions:

Convertible Securities

Bonds or preferred stocks that can be exchanged for (converted into) common stock, under specific terms, at the option of the holder. Unlike the exercise of warrants, conversion of a convertible security does not provide additional capital to the issuer.

Preferred Stocks

A type of stock that gives holders preference over common stockholders in terms of dividends and asset liquidation.

Common Stock

Equity ownership shares in a corporation, giving holders voting rights and a claim on a portion of the company's profits via dividends.

Asset Securitizations

The financial process by which assets are pooled together and securities are issued representing an interest in these assets.