Buying Bonds in Anticipation of an Expected Decline in Interest

question 51

True/False

Buying bonds in anticipation of an expected decline in interest rates is a risky strategy.

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Definitions:

Commercial Paper

An unsecured, short-term debt instrument issued by corporations, typically used for financing inventory and accounts receivable.

Accounts Receivable

Represents the money owed to a company by its customers for goods or services that have been delivered but not yet paid for.

Bad Debt Expense

An expense associated with accounts receivable that is not expected to be collected.

Receivables Portion

The part of a company's assets that represents money owed to the company by customers for goods or services delivered or used but not yet paid for.