Which of the following short-term sources of funds is available only to the financially strongest concerns?

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Commercial paper is a short-term source of funds that is only available to financially strong companies with good credit ratings. This is because commercial paper is an unsecured promissory note that is issued directly by corporations, and investors rely solely on the issuer's credit strength to determine the level of risk involved. Therefore, only financially strong companies with a good track record of creditworthiness are able to issue commercial paper. The other options (A, B, and C) are generally available to a wider range of firms, and do not necessarily require a high level of financial strength.

Which of the Following Short-Term Sources of Funds Is Available