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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.
2.
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.
3.
Convertibles generally offer potentially higher earnings than a companys common stock.
False. Convertibles generally offer potentially lower earnings than a companys common stock. They can do this because the chance to convert is an acceptable tradeoff.
4.
A company usually issues convertible bonds at a higher interest rate than that of regular bonds.
False. The rate is usually lower. The convertibility feature is attractive enough in itself to allow the company to offer a lower rate.
5.
The conversion price is set when the company issues the convertibles.
True. When the company issues a convertible, it sets the conversion price.