At the Center of Our Galaxy, ____

question 40

Multiple Choice

At the center of our galaxy, ____.

• A) material is available to make stars but the region is too cold to support star formation
• B) large stars are formed by the collision of smaller stars
• C) stars form at the same rate as they do in the spiral arms
• D) there is no star formation since there is no gas present
• E) there is evidence of recent, rapid star formation and supernova explosions

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Definitions:

Inflation Premium

The additional interest rate that lenders charge borrowers to compensate for the loss of purchasing power due to inflation.

Short-Term Bond

A bond that matures in a short period, usually less than five years, making it less sensitive to interest rate changes compared to long-term bonds.

Default Risk Premium

The additional return that investors require to compensate them for the risk of default by the borrower.

Par Value

The face value of a bond or stock, representing the amount that the issuer agrees to pay at maturity or the base value of a stock set by the issuing company.