Suppose a Factory Recently Removed Robots from Its Production Line

question 11

Multiple Choice

Suppose a factory recently removed robots from its production line, decreasing productivity. This will likely cause a:

• A) rightward shift of the supply curve.
• B) leftward shift of the supply curve.
• C) downward shift of the supply curve.
• D) movement up along the supply curve.

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Definitions:

Yield to Maturity

The expected full yield on a bond when held until its maturity period.

Semiannual Coupon

A bond payment made twice a year to bondholders, representing the interest payment on the bond’s face or nominal value.

Par Value

The face value of a bond or stock as stated by the issuing company, which does not necessarily match the market value.

Annual Coupon

The yearly interest payment issued to bondholders, typically expressed as a percentage of the bond’s face value.