In 2009,it was rumored that the previous owners of Skype the internet calling service),were interested in buying it back from its current owner,eBay.The two entrepreneurs were said to be soliciting others who wanted to join them in the private ownership of this company.If they are successful in funding the venture in this way,the purchase of Skype would be financed with __________.
A)leverage
B)bonds
C)debt
D)equity

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If the two entrepreneurs are looking to buy Skype back from eBay, they are likely seeking to finance the purchase with equity. Equity involves raising capital by selling ownership stakes in the company, rather than taking on debt or issuing bonds.

In 2009,it Was Rumored That the Previous Owners of Skype