Which of the Following Statements About Convertible Securities Is

question 54

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements about convertible securities is ?

• A)They provide a guaranteed income stream,minimum value,and conversion
• B)The conversion premium is influenced by the volatility of the underlying common stock,term to maturity,and dividend payment relative to interest rate
• C)They are potentially dilutive to earnings and must be taken into consideration in the calculation of both primary and fully diluted earnings per share
• D)All of the above are true

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