In Which of the Following Situations Does the Value of a Convertible

question 80

Multiple Choice

In which of the following situations does the value of a convertible bond exceed the value of straight debt or equity by the greatest amount?

• A) when the price of the stock is higher than the issuing price
• B) when the price of the stock is close to the conversion price
• C) when the price of the stock is low
• D) when the price of the stock much lower than the conversion price

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