Which of the Following Statements About the Bond Market Is

question 16

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements about the bond market is not true?

• A) Short maturities sacrifice price appreciation opportunities.
• B) Longer maturities have greater price fluctuations.
• C) Short maturities serve to protect the investor when rates are rising.
• D) Long term interest rates are more volatile than short term interest rates.

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