A company that borrows too much may face what in a downturn?
AHigher operating margins
BLower fixed costs
CBankruptcy or default
DZero interest cost
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: C. Bankruptcy or default
Fixed debt payments continue when earnings fall, so heavy borrowing can lead to default.
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