Which of the Following Statements Best Describes the Relation of the Real-World

question 13

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements best describes the relation of the real-world ( $P$ ) and risk-neutral ( $Q$ ) probabilities of default?

• A) \(P \leq Q\)
• B) \(P = Q\)
• C) \(P \geq Q\)
• D) Depends on the parameters of the firm for which this is being considered.

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