Which of the Following Statements Is Incorrect

question 42

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is incorrect?

• A)A private bond placement avoids the underwriting fee.
• B)Private placements of stocks are more common than private placements of bonds.
• C)The provisions of a privately placed bond issue can be tailored to the desires of the purchaser.
• D)A possible disadvantage of a private placement is that the demand may not be as strong as for a publicly placed issue.

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Definitions:

Operating Cash Flow

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CCA Class

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Interest and Taxes

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NPV

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