Which of the Following Statements Is True of Annual Percentage

question 15

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is true of annual percentage rate (APR) ?

• A) The APR is similar to quoted interest rate which is a simple annual rate.
• B) The APR calculation adjusts for the effects of compounding and, hence, the time value of money.
• C) The APR is the true cost of borrowing and lending.
• D) The APR takes compounding into account.

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