The Gap Between the Real and Nominal Interest Rate Represents

question 79

Multiple Choice

The gap between the real and nominal interest rate represents

• A) the inflationary premium.
• B) the time preference.
• C) the difference from what the lender receives and the borrower pays.
• D) consumption smoothing.
• E) a surplus of loanable funds.

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