Real Rates of Return Are Typically Less Than Nominal Rates

question 88

Multiple Choice

Real rates of return are typically less than nominal rates of return due to:

• A)Inflation.
• B)Capital gains.
• C)Dividend payments.
• D)Depreciation.

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