Banks are exposed to interest rate risk primarily because
A) depositors are always searching for a slightly higher interest rate.
B) the maturities of banks' assets and liabilities differ.
C) borrowers from banks are prone to default.
D) interest rates are very difficult to forecast.
Answer: D
Money and Banking
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