Principles of Corporate Finance
13th Edition
ISBN: 9781260465099
Author: BREALEY, Richard
Publisher: MCGRAW-HILL HIGHER EDUCATION
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Chapter 18, Problem 17PS
a)
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To discuss: The person who benefits from the fine print in a bond contract when a firm is into financial troubles.
b)
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To discuss: The person who benefits from the fine print when the bonds are issued and bond the firm expects to issue.
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