Which of the Following Is Generally True of All Bonds

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is generally true of all bonds?

A) The longer a bond's maturity, the greater is the rate of return that occurs as a result of the increase in the interest rate.
B) Even though a bond has a substantial initial interest rate, its return can turn out to be negative if interest rates rise.
C) Prices and returns for short-term bonds are more volatile than those for longer term bonds.
D) A fall in interest rates results in capital losses for bonds whose terms to maturity are longer than the holding period.