Assume That the Pure Interest Rate Is Expected to Be

question 138

Multiple Choice

Assume that the pure interest rate is expected to be 3% for the foreseeable future, and inflation is expected to be 3%, 4% and 5% for each of the next three years and 6% thereafter. What is the base rate component for a 10-year bond?

• A)6.00%
• B)7.40%
• C)8.00%
• D)8.20%
• E)9.00%

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