According to 2010 data,which of the following statements about the mix of debt and equity to fund operations is true?
A) The debt/asset ratio has risen in Japan since 2007.
B) A growing number of Russian firms are relying more on debt.
C) The equity/asset ratio fell for firms in France and Germany since 2007.
D) In most emerging markets, shares of stock are broadly held, like in the U.S.

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According to the given data, it is mentioned that a growing number of Russian firms are relying more on debt to fund their operations. Hence, statement B is true. 
A is incorrect because it mentions a rise in debt/asset ratio in Japan, but there is no data given to support this statement. 
C is incorrect because it mentions a fall in equity/asset ratio for firms in France and Germany, but there is no data given to support this statement. 
D is incorrect because there is no mention of the ownership pattern of shares of stock in emerging markets.

According to 2010 Data,which of the Following Statements About the Mix