In the Context of the Aggregate-Demand Curve,the Interest-Rate Effect Refers

question 86

Multiple Choice

In the context of the aggregate-demand curve,the interest-rate effect refers to the idea that,when the price level increases,

• A)the real value of money decreases;in turn,the real value of the dollar increases in foreign exchange markets,which decreases net exports.
• B)the real value of money decreases;in turn,interest rates increase,which decreases net exports.
• C)households increase their holdings of money;in turn,interest rates decrease,which reduces spending on investment goods.
• D)households increase their holdings of money;in turn,interest rates increase,which reduces spending on investment goods.

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Definitions:

Yield To Maturity

The total return anticipated on a bond if it is held until its maturity date.

Semiannually

A term indicating that an event or action occurs twice a year.

Capital Gain

The profit earned from the sale of an asset when its selling price exceeds its purchase price.

High-duration

Describes bonds or other fixed-income securities that have high sensitivity to changes in interest rates, usually because they have a long time until maturity.