Which of the Following Statements Is False

question 16

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is false?

• A) The relationship between the investment term and the interest rate is called the term structure of interest rates.
• B) Real interest rates indicate the rate at which your money will grow if invested for a certain period.
• C) The yield curve is a potential leading indicator of future economic growth.
• D) The shape of the yield curve will be strongly influenced by interest rate expectations.

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