What Is the Minimum Rating Required for a Bond to Be

question 89

Multiple Choice

What is the minimum rating required for a bond to be considered investment grade?

• A) AA
• B) A
• C) BBB
• D) BB

Understand the process and criteria for capital rationing in investment decisions.

Identify non-financial factors that influence investment decisions.

Analyze investment proposals using the internal rate of return (IRR) method.

Understand the principle of matching project cash inflows to initial outlay through payback methods.

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