8-52 an Increase in Interest Rates

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Multiple Choice

8-52 An increase in interest rates

• A)increases the market value of the FI's financial assets and liabilities.
• B)decreases the market value of the FI's financial assets and liabilities.
• C)decreases the book value of the FI's financial assets and liabilities.
• D)increases the book value of the FI's financial assets and liabilities.
• E)has no impact on the market value of the FI's financial assets and liabilities.

Recognize the concepts of diversification and professional management in bond investment.

Understand the tax implications of bond investments for corporations.

Identify the roles and security types evaluated by rating agencies such as Moody's and Standard & Poor's.

Recognize the methods and tools available for evaluating bond investments.

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Definitions:

Merchandise Return

The process of a customer returning previously purchased merchandise back to the retailer or company.

Periodic Inventory System

An inventory system that updates the inventory balance at specific intervals, requiring a physical count of inventory to calculate cost of goods sold.

Gross Method

An accounting method for recording purchases at the full invoice price without deducting any cash discounts.

Credit Terms

Conditions under which credit is extended by a lender to a borrower, including repayment schedule, interest rate, and due dates.