When the Yield Curve Is Upward-Sloping,then

question 16

Multiple Choice

When the yield curve is upward-sloping,then:

• A) short-maturity bonds offer the highest coupon rates.
• B) long-maturity bonds are priced above par value.
• C) short-maturity bonds yield less than long-maturity bonds.
• D) long-maturity bonds increase in price when interest rates increase.

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