A Debenture Is Sold for an Amount Less Than Its

question 13

Multiple Choice

A debenture is sold for an amount less than its face value.Which of the following statements would explain why?

• A)The debenture's stated rate is higher than the prevailing market rate at time of sale.
• B)The debenture is not secured by specific assets of the issuer.
• C)The debenture's stated rate is lower than the prevailing market rate at time of sale.
• D)The debenture's stated rate is the same as the prevailing market rate at time of sale.

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