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Chapter 8, Problem 4DQ
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To explain: Prime interest rate and what it is in regard with average bank customer fare.
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Prime interest rate:
The companies or corporations that have the utmost credit ratings with respect to commercial banks have an advantage over other corporations who have an average or low credit rating. The advantage is that they get loans on a lower interest rate and this interest rate is known as prime interest rate. This rate is determined by the rate of federal funds.
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Loose Leaf for Foundations of Financial Management Format: Loose-leaf
Ch. 8 - Under what circumstances would it be advisable to...Ch. 8 - Discuss the relative use of credit between large...Ch. 8 - Prob. 3DQCh. 8 - Prob. 4DQCh. 8 - Prob. 5DQCh. 8 - Prob. 6DQCh. 8 - Prob. 7DQCh. 8 - Prob. 8DQCh. 8 - Prob. 9DQCh. 8 - Prob. 10DQ
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