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question 63

Multiple Choice

Consider a 4.5 percent TIPS with an issue CPI reference of 187.2. At the beginning of this year, the CPI was 199.5 and was 213.7 at the end of the year. What was the capital gain of the TIPS in dollars?

• A) $32.73
• B) $46.92
• C) $62.49
• D) $75.85

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Cash Account

An account that records all transactions involving cash inflows and outflows, including receipts, disbursements, and balances.

Debited

An accounting entry that increases an asset or expense account, or decreases a liability or equity account.

Cash Receipts

The collection of money, including coins, notes, cheques, and electronic transfers, by a business from transactions involving goods or services.

Cash Account

A financial account that records cash transactions, including receipts and payments of cash.