Which type of bond offers a relatively high interest rate to compensate for its relatively high chance of default?

a. Junk bond
b. Treasury bond
c. Municipal bond
d. Savings bond


a. Junk bond

A junk bond offers a relatively high interest rate to compensate for its relatively high chance of default.

Economics

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