Why Would an Investor Prefer a TIPS Which Offers a Lower

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Short Answer

Why would an investor prefer a TIPS which offers a lower coupon rate over a comparable T-note with a higher coupon rate?

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Definitions:

Conditional Positive Regard

Acceptance and love from others that depend on one’s behavior meeting certain conditions or standards.

Classical Conditioning

Learning resulting from pairing a conditioned stimulus with a new, unconditioned stimulus.

Anxiety-Reduction

Techniques or strategies used to decrease the symptoms of anxiety.

Peak Experiences

Moments of extreme positive emotion, which can lead to a sense of fulfillment or realization of one's potential.