Which of the Following Statements Is False

question 7

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is false?

• A) Heat lowers dissolved oxygen in streams and rivers.
• B) Organic wastes that can be decomposed by aerobic bacteria reduce the amount of oxygen in the water supply.
• C) Toxic chemicals released from industries can result in fish kills.
• D) Inorganic nutrients such as fertilizers have no adverse effects on aquatic ecosystems.
• E) Sediment can cloud water and reduce photosynthesis.

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Definitions:

Zero Coupon Treasury Bond

A government bond that does not pay interest throughout its life and is sold at a discount from the face value.

Reinvestment Rate Risk

The risk that the returns from reinvesting cash flows will be lower than expected due to changes in interest rate.

Market Interest Rate

The prevailing rate of interest available in the marketplace for securities of similar risk and maturity.

Coupon Rate

The coupon rate represents the yearly interest percentage that is paid out on a bond, depicted as a proportion of its nominal value.