Understanding Agency Costs: The Role of Management

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Question:

In the context of agency costs, which is considered 'the agent'? Question 15Answer a. Management b. Creditors c. Shareholders d. Debenture holders

Answer:

In the context of agency costs, 'the agent' is typically considered to be:

a. Management

In this context, management acts on behalf of the shareholders (the principals), and agency costs arise from the potential conflicts of interest between the two