The Pure Rate of Interest Is Approximated by the

question 19

Multiple Choice

The pure rate of interest is approximated by the

• A)rate that savings and loan associations charge on mortgage loans.
• B)rate charged consumers by credit card companies.
• C)rate paid on long-term government bonds.
• D)announced rate at which commercial banks make business loans.

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Definitions:

Early Majority

A segment of consumers in the diffusion of innovation theory who adopt new products or services after a careful review once they have been proven by early adopters.

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Late Majority

A category within the diffusion of innovations theory that refers to individuals who adopt a new technology or concept after the average member of a society.

Early Majority

A group in the diffusion of innovation model, representing consumers who adopt new products or technologies just before the average person and after the innovators and early adopters.