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Basic Question 2 of 4

Select the correct statement(s) regarding a CDO.

I. To offer sufficient protection, over 50% of the deal is structured as either equity or junior tranches; the senior tranche is less than 50%.
II. The majority of the underlying collateral typically pays a fixed rate.
III. The equity tranche receives a floating-rate payment.
IV. The junior tranche receives a floating-rate payment.

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quanttrader only senior tranche recvs floating
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Learning Outcome Statements

describe collateralized debt obligations, including their cash flows and risks;

CFA® 2024 Level I Curriculum, Volume 4, Module 45.