Which of the Following Is Not an Accurate Statement Regarding

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Multiple Choice

Which of the following is not an accurate statement regarding the distinction between debt and equity?

• A) Only equity is considered a source of financing for operations of the business, since debt must be repaid at a specified maturity date.
• B) If a business ceases operations and liquidates, claims of all creditors have legal priority over claims of the shareholders.
• C) Most debt requires the borrower to pay interest; equity financing does not obligate the company to make a specified payment.
• D) The providers of equity are owners of the business; the providers of borrowed funds are creditors.

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