14. Drawing a yield curve Based on the indicated maturities listed in the table, suppose you have the following yields for Government of Canada bonds: Maturity (Years) Yield (%) 1 5.5 5 5.0 10 4.7 20 4.4 30 3.8 On the following graph, plot the yield curve implied by these interest rates. Place a point (blue circle) at each maturity and interest rate in the table, and the yield curve will draw itself. Tool tip: Mouse over the points on the graph to see their coordinates. INTEREST RATE (Percent) Yield Curve 0 5 10 15 20 25 30 MATURITY (Years) Clear All The graph's yield curve represents yield curve. an upward-sloping a downward-sloping a humped Based on the yield curve shown, w ements is true? Based on the yield curve shown, which of the following statements is true? Interest rates on short-term maturities are higher than rates on medium- and long-term maturities If inflation in the future is expected to increase, the yield curve on Government of Canada bonds is likely to be downward sloping. Assume a scenario in which there is no maturity risk premium (MRP = 0), the real risk-free rate is expected to remain constant, and the yield curve for Government of Canada bonds is likely to be upward sloping for the next 10 years. Is inflation expected to increase, decrease, or stay the same over the next 10 years? O Increase Stay the same O Decrease