The Expectations Hypothesis Suggests The

question 115

Multiple Choice

The Expectations Hypothesis suggests the:

• A)yield curve should usually be downward sloping.
• B)yield curve should usually be upward sloping.
• C)slope of the yield curve reflects the risk premium associated with longer-term bonds.
• D)slope of the yield curve depends on the expectations for future short-term rates.

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