The Notational Value of the World-Wide Credit Derivative Securities Markets

question 58

Multiple Choice

The notational value of the world-wide credit derivative securities markets stood at _________ trillion as of 2015, which compares to _________ trillion as of July 2008.

• A)$22.6; $54.6
• B)$13.2; $31.2
• C)$31.2; $16.8
• D)$7.8; $14.7
• E)$16.0; $27.4

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