Under the Expectations Hypothesis, If Expectations Are for Lower Inflation

question 45

Multiple Choice

Under the expectations hypothesis, if expectations are for lower inflation in the future than what it currently is, the yield curve's slope:

• A) Will become more upward sloping
• B) Will become flat
• C) Will be negative
• D) Will be vertical

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