Progressive Tense

question 11

Multiple Choice

Progressive tense

• A) indicates that the sentence is written in passive voice.
• B) indicates that the action is ongoing.
• C) uses a helping verb along with the - ing form of the main verb.
• D) both b and c

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Definitions:

Zero-Coupon Bond

A bond that is issued at a discount to its face value but pays no interest; the investor's return is the difference between the purchase price and the face value at maturity.

Par Value

The face value of a bond or stock, representing the amount that the issuer agrees to pay at maturity or the nominal value assigned to a share of stock for accounting purposes.

Yield To Maturity

The total return anticipated on a bond if it is held until it matures, incorporating both interest payments and the increase or decrease in the bond's value to its face value at maturity.

Nominal Rate

The interest rate stated on a loan or financial instrument, not adjusted for inflation.