Which of the Following Agency Problems Represents a Form of Moral

question 63

Multiple Choice

Which of the following agency problems represents a form of moral hazard?

• A)asset substitution
• B)debt overhang
• C)cashing out
• D)All of the above are examples of moral hazard.

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Sales Tax

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