The Theory for the Term Structure of Interest Rates That

question 80

Multiple Choice

The theory for the term structure of interest rates that says the shape of the yield curve is determined solely by expectations of future interest rates is called the

• A)segmented markets theory.
• B)liquidity premium theory.
• C)pure expectations theory.
• D)theory of rational expectations.

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