If a Bank Has More Rate-Sensitive Liabilities Than Rate-Sensitive Assets,then

question 52

Multiple Choice

If a bank has more rate-sensitive liabilities than rate-sensitive assets,then a(n) ________ in interest rates will ________ bank profits.

• A) increase; increase
• B) increase; reduce
• C) decline; reduce
• D) decline; not affect

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