Large Fluctuations in Interest Rates

question 60

Multiple Choice

Large fluctuations in interest rates:

• A) have led to substantial capital gains and losses for owners of securities.
• B) have increased the need for companies to manage their interest-rate exposure.
• C) increase the demand for derivative products.
• D) mean all of the given choices are correct.

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