What Is the Real Interest Rate Given a Nominal Rate

question 107

Multiple Choice

What is the real interest rate given a nominal rate of 8.9% and an inflation rate of 1.9%?

• A) 6.9%
• B) 8.2%
• C) 9.6%
• D) 11.0%

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