Target Exam

CUET

Subject

-- Accountancy Part A

Chapter

Issue and Redemption of Debentures

Question:

What are Convertible debentures?

Options:

That can be converted into equity shares at the option of the shareholders

That can be converted into equity shares at the option of Debenture holders

That can be converted into equity shares when the company defaults in interest payments

That can be converted into equity shares when the company is running into profits at the option of shareholders

Correct Answer:

That can be converted into equity shares at the option of Debenture holders

Explanation:

The correct answer is option 2- That can be converted into equity shares at the option of Debenture holders.

Debentures which are convertible into equity shares or in any other security either at the option of the company or the debentureholders are called convertible debentures. These debentures are either fully convertible or partly convertible.