The Segmented Markets Theory

question 11

Multiple Choice

The segmented markets theory

• A)has difficulty explaining why yield curves usually slope up.
• B)has difficulty explaining why yield curves usually slope down.
• C)has difficulty explaining why yields on instruments of different maturities tend to move together.
• D)provides a good explanation of why yields on instruments of different maturities tend to move together.

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