Multiple Choice
Any theory of the term structure of interest rates needs to explain each of the following, except why:
A) short-term yields are more volatile than long-term yields.
B) the yields of different maturities tend to move together.
C) short-term yields are usually higher than long-term yields.
D) long-term yields are usually higher than short-term yields.
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