Which of the Following Is True

question 22

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is true?

• A) If a company files for bankruptcy, preferred stockholders' claims are paid prior to creditors' claims.
• B) If a company files for bankruptcy, preferred stockholders' claims are paid prior to common stockholders' claims.
• C) In the event of bankruptcy and subsequent liquidation, preferred stockholders only receive funds after creditors and common stockholders.
• D) Both (a) and (b)
• E) None of the above

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