[Solved] Our ________ is said to be a gauge of how socially accepted we feel. A) set point B) basal metabolic rate C) erotic plasticity D) self-esteem Stated Rate: The nominal interest rate specified in the contractual terms of a financial instrument such as a bond. Market Rate: The prevailing interest rate available in the marketplace for securities, loans, and deposits. A Discount: A reduction applied to the normal selling price of a product or service, typically used as a promotional strategy or to incentivize early payment. Yield: The income return on an investment, such as the interest or dividends received, expressed as a percentage of the investment's cost.