Refer to Figure 14

question 27

Multiple Choice

Refer to Figure 14.4 below,which shows the inflation rate and ten-year bond yield,for the following questions.
-Between 2006 and 2007,

• A)real interest rate was negative.
• B)the ten-year bonds nominal interest rate was lower then inflation.
• C)real interest rate was higher than nominal interest rate.
• D)real interest rate was positive.
• E)not enough information

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Defense Mechanism

Psychological strategies unconsciously used by individuals to protect themselves from anxiety and to cope with reality.

Denial

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