In the Baumol Model, Increases in the T-Bill Rate Suggest

question 29

Multiple Choice

In the Baumol model, increases in the T-bill rate suggest that:

• A)Average cash balances should be increased
• B)Average cash balances should be decreased
• C)The cost per sale of securities will increase
• D)Fewer sales should be conducted each year

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