Bonds with One of the Top Four Ratings (Aaa Through

question 126

Multiple Choice

Bonds with one of the top four ratings (Aaa through Baa, or AAA through BBB) are designated as

• A) split bonds.
• B) investment grade bonds.
• C) illiquid bonds.
• D) high-yield bonds.

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