The Three Theories Cited to Explain the General Shape of the Yield

question 145

Multiple Choice

The three theories cited to explain the general shape of the yield curve are all of the following EXCEPT

• A) expectations hypothesis.
• B) market segmentation theory.
• C) liquidity preference theory.
• D) security markets theory.

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