As Inventories of a Commodity Decline,which of the Following Is

question 2

Multiple Choice

As inventories of a commodity decline,which of the following is true?

• A) The one-year futures price as a percentage of the spot price increases
• B) The one-year futures price as a percentage of the spot price decreases
• C) The one-year futures price as a percentage of the spot price stays the same
• D) Any of the above can happen

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Definitions:

Soybeans

Refers to a type of legume native to East Asia, widely grown for its edible bean which has numerous uses.

Comparative Advantage

The ability of a country or individual to produce a particular good or service at a lower opportunity cost than others.

Absolute Advantage

The capability of a country, individual, company, or region to produce a good or provide a service more efficiently than its competitors when using the same amount of resources.

Soybeans

A type of legume native to East Asia, widely grown for its edible bean which has numerous uses.