This Morning,you Purchased a TIPS

question 64

Multiple Choice

This morning,you purchased a TIPS.Which one of these should you expect to occur if you hold this bond during an inflationary period?

• A) The coupon payment will increase in real terms.
• B) The maturity value will increase in nominal terms.
• C) The market price will remain constant at par.
• D) The market price will decrease.

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