Which of the Following Is the Primary Factor That Determines

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is the primary factor that determines the fixed and floating rates set at the time an interest rate swap is initiated?

A) Actual market rates that materialized over the life of the swap contract.
B) London interbank offer rate (LIBOR) .
C) Upfront fee payments.
D) Market's expectations of future short-term rates.
E) Varying notional values underlying the swap.