If the Federal Reserve Uses Open-Market Operations to Lower the Interest

question 133

Multiple Choice

If the Federal Reserve uses open-market operations to lower the interest rates on short-term U.S. government bonds, then as a consequence asset prices:

• A) Increase, and the average expected rate of return on assets decreases
• B) Decrease, and the average expected rate of return on assets increases
• C) Increase, and the average expected rate of return on assets increases
• D) Decrease, and the average expected rate of return on assets decreases

Understand the classification and accounting treatment of finance leases vs. operating leases.

Appreciate the significance of fair value measurement at the inception of a lease.

Learn the disclosure requirements for lessees and lessors under AASB 16/IFRS 16.

Understand the fiduciary and suitability standards in investment advisory.

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