In a Cap with Quarterly Reset Dates, the Cap Rate

question 18

Multiple Choice

In a cap with quarterly reset dates, the cap rate is 3.5% per annum and the notional principal is $1 million. Suppose that the LIBOR rate is 4.0% per annum for a particular 3-month period. What is the approximate payoff at the end of the 3 months?

• A) $10,000
• B) $5,000
• C) $2,500
• D) $1,250

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Definitions:

Per Capita GDP Growth

The rate of growth of the Gross Domestic Product (GDP) per person in a specific area, commonly used to indicate economic health and living standards.

Labor Productivity Growth

An increase in the amount of goods and services produced per hour worked by employees, which is a key determinant of economic growth and competitiveness.

Labor-Capital Ratio

The ratio of labor inputs to capital inputs in production, reflecting the relationship between the workforce and machinery or capital assets.

Physical Capital

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