Which of the Following Statements Is FALSE

question 45

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is FALSE?

• A)Unlike long-term debt,because of its short maturity,commercial paper is not rated by credit rating agencies.
• B)The interest on commercial paper is typically paid by selling it at an initial discount.
• C)Commercial paper is short-term,unsecured debt used by large corporations that is usually a cheaper source of funds than a short-term bank loan.
• D)Extending the maturity of commercial paper beyond 270 days triggers a registration requirement with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC),which increases issue costs and creates a time delay in the sale of the issue.

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Definitions:

Real Rate Of Return

The yearly return percentage on an investment, modified for price level changes caused by inflation or other external factors.

Nominal Rate

The nominal rate is the interest rate set by the lending institution, not adjusted for inflation, representing the face value of the interest rate.

Inflation

An upward trend in the cost of goods and services, which lowers the effectiveness of buying power.

Coupon Bonds

Debt securities that pay the holder a fixed interest rate (coupon rate) over the life of the bond, culminating in the principal amount at maturity.