When the Yield Curve Slope Is More Upward Sloping Than

question 69

Multiple Choice

When the yield curve slope is more upward sloping than usual, people are expecting:

• A) an economic slowdown.
• B) the U.S. Treasury may default on its obligations.
• C) the Federal Reserve is going to ease monetary policy.
• D) a future rise in short-term interest rates.

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