The "Yield Curve

question 23

Multiple Choice

The "yield curve":

• A)always has a positive slope.
• B)shows the relationship between default risk and the return on securities.
• C)has constant slope and height over time.
• D)a and b
• E)None of the above

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Definitions:

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