Bonds issued by local and state governments with default risk are____________?

Correct answer: B. Municipal bonds

  • A. Corporation bonds
  • B. Municipal bonds
  • C. Default bonds
  • D. Zero bonds

Explanation

Municipal bonds are issued by local or state governments to finance public projects. They can still carry default risk, even though that risk is often lower than for corporate bonds.

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