If Hog Farmers Expect a Return of 8

question 24

Multiple Choice

If hog farmers expect a return of 8.0% on their investment in livestock, what is the approximate implied increase in pork belly commodity prices over the next 6 months?

• A) 3.75%
• B) 4.59%
• C) 5.26%
• D) 6.37%

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