When Does "Duration" Become a Less Accurate Predictor of Expected

question 123

Multiple Choice

When does "duration" become a less accurate predictor of expected change in security prices?

• A)As interest rate shocks increase in size.
• B)As interest rate shocks decrease in size.
• C)When maturity distributions of an FI's assets and liabilities are considered.
• D)As inflation decreases.
• E)When the leverage adjustment is incorporated.

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Definitions:

Preceding Activity

An action or task that must be completed before another specific activity or task can commence.

Probable Time

An estimate of the most likely amount of time required to complete a task or project, considering possible delays and unforeseen obstacles.