The Term Structure of Interest Rates Reflects The

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Multiple Choice

The term structure of interest rates reflects the:

• A) Pure time value of money for various lengths of time.
• B) Actual risk premium being paid for corporate bonds of varying maturities.
• C) Pure inflation adjustment applied to bonds of various maturities.
• D) Interest rate risk premium applicable to bonds of varying maturities.
• E) Nominal interest rates applicable to coupon bonds of varying maturities.

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