In 2006 the Inflation Rate Is 1 Percent and Wally

question 15

Multiple Choice

In 2006 the inflation rate is 1 percent and Wally is willing to lend Barbara $100,000 at a 6 percent interest rate. In 2007, the inflation rate rises to 3 percent. As a result

• A) Wally and Barbara will agree to a real interest rate of 9 percent.
• B) Wally and Barbara will agree to a nominal interest rate of 5 percent.
• C) Wally and Barbara will agree to a nominal interest rate of 8 percent.
• D) Wally and Barbara will agree to a nominal interest rate of 9 percent.

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