If the Market Rate of Interest Is Greater Than the Contractual

question 135

Multiple Choice

If the market rate of interest is greater than the contractual rate of interest, bonds will sell

• A) at a premium
• B) at face value
• C) at a discount
• D) only after the stated rate of interest is increased

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Definitions:

Mandatorily Redeemable

Financial instruments or securities that the issuer is obligated to buy back or redeem at a predetermined price and date.

Equity

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Preferred Stock

A class of ownership in a corporation that has a higher claim on assets and earnings than common stock, usually with fixed dividends.

Financially Weak

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