Which of the following characteristics are most commonly associated with corporate bonds issued in the U.S.?
I.Registered form
II.Bearer form
III.Quarterly coupon payments
IV.Semiannual coupon payments

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Corporate bonds issued in the U.S. are commonly issued in registered form, meaning the bonds are recorded in the name of the bondholder through a central registry, and semiannual coupon payments, meaning interest is paid twice a year. Bearer form bonds, where physical possession of the bond is proof of ownership, are less common in the U.S. Quarterly coupon payments are not as common as semiannual payments.

Which of the Following Characteristics Are Most Commonly Associated with Corporate