The Difference of Rate-Sensitive Liabilities and Rate-Sensitive Assets Is Known

question 16

Multiple Choice

The difference of rate-sensitive liabilities and rate-sensitive assets is known as the

• A)duration.
• B)interest-sensitivity index.
• C)rate-risk index.
• D)gap.

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