Short$-$term bonds are generally

Select one:

a$.$ less risky than long$-$term bonds and so they feature lower interest rates.

b$.$ more risky than long$-$term bonds and so they feature lower interest rates.

c$.$ more risky than long$-$term bonds and so they feature higher interest rates.

d$.$ less risky than long$-$term bonds and so they feature higher interest rates.