The Asset Substitution Problem Occurs When

question 14

Multiple Choice

The asset substitution problem occurs when:

• A) managers substitute riskier assets for less risky ones to the detriment of bondholders.
• B) managers substitute less risky assets for riskier ones to the detriment of bondholders.
• C) managers substitute riskier assets for less risky ones to the detriment of equity holders.
• D) managers substitute less risky assets for riskier ones to the detriment of equity holders.

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