If There Is an Excess Supply of Bonds at a Given

question 27

Multiple Choice

If there is an excess supply of bonds at a given price of bonds, then

• A)the interest rate will fall.
• B)the interest rate will rise.
• C)the price of bonds will fall.
• D)the interest rate may rise or the interest rate may fall depending upon the reasons for the excess demand for bonds.

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Definitions:

Plant Asset

A long-term tangible asset used in the operation of a business that is not intended for sale.

Book Value

The net value of a company's assets, subtracting liabilities from the total assets; also refers to the value of an asset as per accounting records.

Natural Resources

Materials or substances such as forests, minerals, and water that occur in nature and can be used for economic gain.

Standing Timber

Trees that are still standing and have not yet been harvested, often considered as an asset.