The Nominal Interest Rate

question 47

Multiple Choice

The nominal interest rate:

• A) is set by Congress.
• B) is equal to the rate of inflation.
• C) always is equal to the 10-year bond rate of return.
• D) is the opportunity cost of holding money.
• E) is constant.

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Definitions:

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Financial Plan

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