The Supply of Bonds Curve Slopes Upwards Because

question 124

Multiple Choice

The supply of bonds curve slopes upwards because

• A) at higher prices, bonds pay higher interest which makes them more attractive to suppliers.
• B) lower prices raises the cost of borrowing which makes them less attractive to suppliers.
• C) at lower prices, bonds pay higher interest which makes them more attractive to suppliers.
• D) higher prices raise the cost of borrowing which makes them less attractive to suppliers.

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