If the Nominal Interest Rate Is Greater Than the Real

question 98

Multiple Choice

If the nominal interest rate is greater than the real interest rate,

• A)the real interest rate must be negative.
• B)lenders must lose because they can only make loans using the real interest rate.
• C)it is an indication of economic growth.
• D)inflation must be occurring.
• E)None of the above answers is correct because it is not possible for the nominal interest rate to exceed the real interest rate.

Understand the concept of the price/earnings ratio and its alteration due to corporate actions like dividends and stock repurchases.

Identify the various factors that influence a company’s dividend policy and shareholder satisfaction.

Analyze the effects of specific corporate financial decisions on market perceptions and shareholder value.

Distinguish between a stock dividend and a stock split and their implications for investors and the company.

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