Demonstrating in 1892 a Wireless Communications Device That Could Even

question 17

Multiple Choice

Demonstrating in 1892 a wireless communications device that could even transmit voice and music over a short distance, Kentucky farmer __________ is considered by some as the real inventor of the radio.

• A) Ernst Alexanderson
• B) Nathan B. Stubblefield
• C) Lee de Forest
• D) Guglielmo Marconi

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Definitions:

Callable

Callable refers to a provision in certain bonds or securities whereby the issuer has the right to redeem the instrument before its maturity date.

Sinking Fund

A reserve fund established by an issuer of a bond to repay the principal amount of the bond at maturity, often through periodic payments.

Coupon Rate

The interest rate stated on a bond when issued, which represents the percentage of interest to be paid to the bondholder.

Short-Term Interest Rates

Interest rates on loan or deposit instruments that have a maturity of one year or less, often serving as indicators of the overall direction of the economy.