In a Defined Contribution Plan,the Employer Effectively Bears the Risks

question 81

True/False

In a defined contribution plan,the employer effectively bears the risks associated with the movements in the value of the superannuation plan set up for its employees.

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Definitions:

Coupon Rate

The interest rate stated on a bond when issued, which represents the percentage of interest to be paid to the bondholder.

Short-Term Interest Rates

Interest rates on loan or deposit instruments that have a maturity of one year or less, often serving as indicators of the overall direction of the economy.

Long-Term Rates

Long-term rates usually refer to interest rates or bond yields on long-term debt, indicating the cost or return on investments or loans that mature over a longer period.

Interest Rate Price Risk

The risk that an investment's value will change due to a fluctuation in the absolute level of interest rates.