Duration

question 36

Multiple Choice

Duration

• A) assesses the time element of bonds in terms of both coupon and term to maturity.
• B) allows structuring a portfolio to avoid interest-rate risk.
• C) is a direct comparison between bond issues with different levels of risk.
• D) a and b.
• E) a and c.

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