The Lower the Coupon or Interest Payment on a Security

question 25

Multiple Choice

The lower the coupon or interest payment on a security:

• A)the lower its duration
• B)coupon or interest payments have no impact on a security's duration
• C)the higher its duration
• D)None of the listed options are correct.

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