Low Interest Rates

question 26

Multiple Choice

Low interest rates:

• A) increase the number of financial institutions.
• B) do not impact the supply of credit.
• C) increase the demand for lower-grade, riskier bonds.
• D) decrease employment opportunities.
• E) reduce asset prices in financial markets.

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