The Expectations Hypothesis Assumes

question 40

Multiple Choice

The expectations hypothesis assumes:

• A) a high level of uncertainty regarding the future of long-term yields.
• B) investors know the yields on bonds today and form expectations of the yields on short-term bonds in future time periods.
• C) securities of different maturities are not perfect substitutes for each other.
• D) the risk premium increases with longer maturities.

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