Which one of the following investments would rank the highest with regard to safety?
A)government bond
B)common stock
C)preferred stock
D)corporate bond
E)real estate

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Government bonds are considered the safest investment because they are backed by the government's ability to tax and print money to pay the interest and principal. In comparison to other investments, government bonds have the lowest risk of default.

Which One of the Following Investments Would Rank the Highest