An important part of this week's grade will be derived from the qualityand depth of your posts in the Discussion Board.

Each student will be expected to post a response to that original prompt. Simplistic posts will not receive credit. Be aware of the depth of your posts prior to posting.It is important that you read all the content in every discussion.

Week Four Questions

1. What is the role of the Federal Reserve with interest rates during a recession? (Ch. 6)
2. Why are long-term corporate bonds higher risk than short-term corporate bonds? Provide an example. (Ch. 6)
3. Explain why you think U.S. Treasury bonds were so popular with Baby Boomers and older generations? Why are these bonds, not completely riskless? (Ch. 7)

Initial Post should include:

• Include at least one (1) source (textbook or outside source) should be cited in your response