Calculate the Real Rate of Interest If the Nominal Rate

question 79

Multiple Choice

Calculate the real rate of interest if the nominal rate of interest is 8.65% and the inflation rate is 2.24%.

• A)9.50%
• B)8.49%
• C)7.38%
• D)6.27%

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