Shelf registration
A) requires firms to register securities immediately.
B) allows a firm to issue securities up to 2 years after registration.
C) requires private placement of bond issues.
D) has reduced competition among underwriters.

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Shelf registration allows a firm to register securities with the SEC but issue them over a period of up to 2 years, which gives flexibility to the issuer to choose the timing of the issuance depending on market conditions.

Shelf Registration