21-79 If the Firm Commitment Price Is $15 and One

question 48

Multiple Choice

21-79 If the firm commitment price is $15 and one million shares are sold in the primary market for $15.50 and then resold in the secondary market for $15.75,what is the underwriter's profit/loss?

• A)-$500,000.
• B)$500,000.
• C)$750,000.
• D)-$750,000
• E)0

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