The Rapid Decline in Value and near Collapse of the Mortgage

question 81

Multiple Choice

The rapid decline in value and near collapse of the Mortgage Backed Security market in 2007-2008 was initiated by

• A) fraudulent bond ratings.
• B) a series of bank failures.
• C) a decline in real estate values.
• D) rapidly rising interest rates.

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