In Regard to Blockchain, Complete Autonomy, Transparency, and Decentralization

question 48

Multiple Choice

In regard to blockchain, complete autonomy, transparency, and decentralization:

• A) Are the aim of all distributed banking and financial institutions
• B) Will never be achievable due to technology limitations
• C) Are highly valuable in some use cases and completely undesirable in other use cases
• D) Are the foundation principles that allow blockchain to operate successfully

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Definitions:

Annual Coupon

The interest payment distributed each year to holders of bonds, generally represented as a percentage of the bond's principal amount.

Maturity

The date on which the principal amount of a note, draft, acceptance bond, or another debt instrument becomes due and is repaid to the investor.

Market Interest Rate

The prevailing rate of interest that is available in the market for savings, loans, and investments.

Noncallable Bonds

Bonds that cannot be redeemed by the issuer before their specified maturity date, offering protection to bond investors.