E) political instablities 3 7.J During 2007-2008, which of the following contributed to the collapse of the financial markets? A) increasing housing prices B) mortgages with high-qualifying borrowers C) securities backed by subprime mortgages increasing value of bank assets E) a growing capital base 38.] Which of the following types of marketable securities are the safest? A) U.S. Treasury bills B) commercial paper ) certificates of deposit ) eurodollar deposits cash deposits