Athelstone Realty Issues Debt with a Maturity of 20 Years

question 8

Multiple Choice

Athelstone Realty issues debt with a maturity of 20 years. In the case of bankruptcy, holders of this debt may claim the property held by Athelstone Realty. Which of the following best describes this type of corporate debt?

• A)A mortgage bond
• B)An asset-backed bond
• C)A note
• D)A debenture

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