In addition to U$.$S$.$ corporations, what government groups compete for funds in the U$.$S$.$ capital markets? $($LO$14-2)$

In which foreign industry has privatization been most important? $($LO$14-1)$

How does foreign investment help the U$.$S$.$ government? $($LO$14-1)$

What is a key tax characteristic associated with state and local $($municipal$)$ securities$?($LO$14-2)$

What are three forms of corporate securities discussed in the chapter? $($LO$14-2)$

Do corporations rely more on external or internal funds as sources of financing? $($LO$14-2)$

page $470$Explain the role of financial intermediaries in the flow of funds through the three$-$sector economy. $($LO$14-3)$