The ____ Theory of the Yield Curve Holds That Required

question 68

Multiple Choice

The ____ theory of the yield curve holds that required returns on long-term securities tend to be greater the longer the time to maturity.

• A) MacGuffin
• B) market segmentation
• C) expectations
• D) liquidity premium

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