The Slope of a Yield Curve Is Commonly Measured in Terms

question 27

Multiple Choice

The slope of a yield curve is commonly measured in terms of ________, which is the difference between long-term and short-term yields.

• A) the yield curve spread
• B) the maturity spread
• C) the default spread
• D) the interest rate spread

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