Beginning in 2009, Congress authorized Build America Bonds, which states and cities could issue to build roads,

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Beginning in 2009, Congress authorized “Build America Bonds,” which states and cities could issue to build roads, bridges, and schools. Unlike with regular municipal bonds, however, the coupons on Build America Bonds are taxable. Would you expect the interest rates on these bonds to be higher or lower than the interest rates on comparable municipal bonds? Briefly explain.

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Money, Banking, and the Financial System

ISBN: 978-0134524061

3rd edition

Authors: R. Glenn Hubbard, Anthony Patrick O'Brien

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