A Bond Is

question 211

Multiple Choice

A bond is:

• A)a share of ownership of a company.
• B)an IOU that pays interest.
• C)a portion of a firm's profits paid to shareholders.
• D)part of private savings.

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Definitions:

Partial Equity Method

An accounting approach used when an investing entity owns a significant but not controlling stake in another company, recognizing income based on the proportionate share of the investee's earnings.

Investment Account

A financial account held at a financial institution that holds securities, such as stocks or bonds, for investment purposes.

Goodwill Impairment

An accounting charge that companies record when the value of goodwill on the balance sheet exceeds the tested fair market value.