In 1997 the U

question 8

Multiple Choice

In 1997 the U.S.Treasury for the first time in its history issued bonds that were

• A) available in denominations smaller than $2,500.
• B) without a fixed maturity date.
• C) payable in gold at maturity.
• D) specifically targeted for foreign lenders.
• E) indexed for inflation.

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