The Floating-Rate Payer in a Swap Would Most Likely Want

question 8

Multiple Choice

The floating-rate payer in a swap would most likely want to buy an interest-rate:

• A)floor.
• B)cap.
• C)collar.
• D)deposit contract.
• E)futures contract.

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Definitions:

Depreciation Cost

The systematic allocation of an asset's cost over its useful life to reflect the loss in value over time.

Plant Asset

Long-term tangible assets that are used in the production of goods and services, including machinery, buildings, and equipment.

Depreciable Cost

The total amount that can be depreciated over the life of an asset, typically the asset's cost minus its salvage value.

Salvage Value

The foreseen redemption value of an asset after its period of usability concludes.