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Compared to a companys common stock, its convertibles generally are less volatile.
True. If the companys common stock price declines, the price of its convertibles usually will not fall as far.
2.
A convertible security usually may be exchanged for a set number of shares of common stock at a set price.
True. When a company issues convertibles, it sets the number and price at which the conversion can take place.
3.
An owner of convertible securities usually can exchange those securities for common stock issued by another company.
False. An owner of convertible securities can exchange them for the common stock of the same company.
4.
With a convertible bond, the conversion ratio defines _______.
The relationship between the par value of the bond and the number of shares for which it can be exchanged. Investors use the ratio to determine whether the convertible bond is a good deal for them.
5.
Convertible securities are often more marketable than straight securities because investors ________.
Are attracted to the convertibility feature. To obtain the convertibility feature, many investors are willing to pay a premium.