Suppose the Yield on a 10-Year T-Bond Is Currently 5

question 44

Multiple Choice

Suppose the yield on a 10-year T-bond is currently 5.05% and that on a 10-year Treasury Inflation Protected Security (TIPS) is 1.80%.Suppose further that the MRP on a 10-year T-bond is 0.90%,that no MRP is required on a TIPS,and that no liquidity premium is required on any T-bond.Given this information,what is the expected rate of inflation over the next 10 years? Disregard cross-product terms,i.e. ,if averaging is required,use the arithmetic average.

• A) 2.66%
• B) 1.88%
• C) 2.35%
• D) 2.00%
• E) 2.49%

Distinguish between various motives for holding cash and how they influence cash management policies.

Apply the concept of Net Present Value (NPV) to decisions regarding cash management services.

Comprehend the implications of cash concentration and collection strategies on a firm's liquidity.

Recognize the role and usage of different banking instruments (e.g., debit cards, zero-balance accounts) in cash management.

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