When the Real Rate of Interest Is Less Than the Nominal

question 33

Multiple Choice

When the real rate of interest is less than the nominal rate of interest,then:

• A) inflation must be added to the nominal rate.
• B) investment returns do not increase purchasing power.
• C) nominal flows should be discounted with real rates.
• D) inflation is expected to occur.

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