1. Explain the difference between the expected real interest
rate and the realized real interest rate. Which is more relevant to
decision making? Why? Which is more relevant for determining
whether a borrower or lender is better or worse off because of
unexpectedly high or low inflation? Why?
2. You buy a one-year debt security on December 31, 2016, for
$10,000, which will pay you a nominal interest rate of 5%. From
December 31, 2016, to December 31, 2017, the...