Real Interest Parity Indicates That, When PPP and UIP Hold

question 32

Multiple Choice

Real interest parity indicates that, when PPP and UIP hold:

• A) nominal interest rates are equal across countries.
• B) inflation rates are equal across countries.
• C) real interest rates are equal across countries.
• D) nominal interest rates vary across countries.

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