In Order to Minimize the Difficulty Associated with Meeting Monthly

question 132

Multiple Choice

In order to minimize the difficulty associated with meeting monthly loan payments,the debt service ratio should be:

• A) above 50%.
• B) below 50%.
• C) at 60%.
• D) below 35%.
• E) above 20%.

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Definitions:

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