The term structure of interest rates is the pattern of interest rate yields for securities that differ only in

a. default risk

b. liquidity premiums

c. the yield to maturity

d. the length of time to maturity

Other names for the interest rate include all of the following except:

a. inflation rate

b. opportunity rate

c. discount rate

d. required rate of return

That portion of the risk premium that is based on the ability of the borrower to repay principal and interest is the:

a. Maturity risk

b. Default risk

c. Seniority risk

d. Business risk