problem1: Which of the following statements about bonds is true?

[A] Long-term bonds are less risky than short-term bonds.

[B] If market interest rates are higher than a bonds coupon interest rate, then the bond will sell above its par Value.

[C] Bond prices move in the same direction as market interest rates.

[D] If market interest rates change, long-term bonds will fluctuate more in value than short-term bonds.

[E] None of the above.

problem2: Which of the following statements about bonds is true?

[A] Bond prices move in the same direction as market interest rates.

[B] As the maturity date of a bond approaches, the market value of a bond will become more volatile.

[C] If market interest rates are below a bonds coupon interest rate, then the bond will sell above its par value.

[D] Long-term bonds have less interest rate risk than do short-term bonds.

[E] None of the above.

problem3: Which of the following statements about bonds is true?

[A] Bond prices move in the same direction as market interest rates.

[B] As the maturity of a bond approaches, its market value approaches its par value.

[C] If market interest rates are below a bonds coupon interest rate, then the bond will sell below its par value.

[D] Long-term bonds have less interest rate risk than do short-term bonds.

[E] None of the above.

problem4: Which of the following bonds is secured by a lien on real property?

[A] A subordinated indenture

[B] A mortgage bond

[C] A zero based preferred

[D] A par value bond