An Increase in the Discount Rate ________ the Present Value

question 5

Multiple Choice

An increase in the discount rate ________ the present value of a bond and_______ the price of the bond.

• A)decreases; increases
• B)decreases; decreases
• C)increases; decreases
• D)increases; increases

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