Answer: A. I and IV only
Explanation:
The relationship between bond prices and interest is an inverse one. This is because bonds have fixed rates so when for instance interest rates increase, the fixed rate of bonds will become less attractive as people would want to make the higher interest. They will therefore demand less of bonds and the prices will drop. The reverse is true.
Also, long term bonds are more affected by interest rate changes then short term bonds. This is because, as they have a longer term till maturity, they will be even less attractive when interest rates rise.
Answer:
(a) Assumption
(b) Cause and Effect
(c) Cause and effect
(d) Assumption
Explanation:
(a) People behave rationally: Assumption
Rational behavior refers to a decision-making process that is based on making assumptions that result in an optimal level of benefit or utility.
(b) Cause and Effect
If a price of goods falls that is a cause and the effect is that people will consume more of the good.
(c) Cause and effect
As the population grows faster than food supply (cause), mass starvation is predicted to occur which is the resultant effect.
(d) Assumption
The maximization of profit is based on the assumption of theory of production and costs.
Answer:
Gadget will have higher earning.
Explanation:
Price Earning Ratio is the ratio of Market price to the earning per share. PE Ratio measure the effect of earning over the market price of the company.
Widget
Stock Price = $30
Earning per share = $2
PE ratio = $30 / $2 = 15 times
Gadget
Stock Price = $30
Earning per share = $2
PE ratio = $20 / $1 = 20 times
Gadget will have higher earning.
Answer: C.
Explanation: When you pay any bill, you don't borrow money, you give your own money to the company or whoever you are giving the money to.