When He Goes on a Date, Jack Has a Hard

question 10

Multiple Choice

When he goes on a date, Jack has a hard time focusing and tends to be misunderstood, even though he frequently and loudly voices his opinions. His friend advises that _______ would make him more attractive to potential partners.

• A) speaking more slowly
• B) speaking more softly
• C) letting his date do all the talking
• D) listening attentively to what his date has to say

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Definitions:

Interest Rate Risk

Arises from the fact that bond prices decline when interest rates rise. Under these circumstances, selling a bond prior to maturity will result in a capital loss; the longer the term to maturity, the larger the loss.

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Bonds issued by the federal government that offer inflation protection to investors.

Income Bonds

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Regular Bonds

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