The Following Information Relates to Questions 16-29

question 31

Multiple Choice

The following information relates to Questions 16-29

-In a typical interest rate swap contract, the swap rate is best described as the interest rate for the:

• A) fixed-rate leg of the swap.
• B) floating-rate leg of the swap.
• C) difference between the fixed and floating legs of the swap.

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