A long-term security yielding a fixed rate of interest, issued by a company is called ________ A. Shares B. Debentures C. Bonds D. Both (A) and (C) E. None of the Above
B. Debentures Explanation: A debenture is a type of debt instrument that is not secured by physical assets or collateral. Instruments issued by companies are called debentures. The difference between the two is actually a function of where they are registered and pay stamp duty and how they trade.