Compared with a bondholder, an ordinary shareholder generally has:

Correct answer: B. A residual claim on the company's assets

  • A. A guaranteed periodic payment
  • B. A residual claim on the company's assets
  • C. Priority repayment before all creditors
  • D. A fixed maturity date for investment

Explanation

An ordinary shareholder receives a residual claim after creditors and preferred claims are satisfied. Dividends are not guaranteed, and ordinary shares normally have no fixed maturity date.

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