The Vast Majority of Initial Public Offerings Have Underwriting Spreads

question 7

Multiple Choice

The vast majority of initial public offerings have underwriting spreads that cost the firm what percentage of the net capital raised?

• A) 0.5%
• B) 7.0%
• C) 7.5%
• D) 8.0%

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