Which of the Following Is a Possible Outcome of a Negative

question 22

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a possible outcome of a negative or low term spread?

• A)A low of negative spread may indicate higher short-term interest rates in the future.
• B)A low or negative spread may cause the yield curve to slope upward.
• C)A low or negative spread may reduce lending by banks.
• D)A low or negative spread may indicate the early stages of economic expansions.

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