The Bond Demand Curve Slopes Downward Because

question 128

Multiple Choice

The bond demand curve slopes downward because:

• A) at lower prices the reward for holding the bond increases.
• B) as bond prices fall so do yields.
• C) as bond prices fall bonds are less attractive.
• D) as bond prices rise yields increase.

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