Question: Which has a higher yield ( 1 ) a T bill or a 5 year U . S . A . bond, ( 2 )

Which has a higher yield (1) a T bill or a 5 year U.S.A. bond, (2) explain why in terms of the 3 risks discussed in class.
Option A
(1) T-Bill, (2) Because: Market risk both zero, Term risk same, Liquidity risk higher.
Option B
(1)5 Year bond, (2) Because: Credit risk both zero, Term risk more, Liquidity risk higher.
Option C
(1) T-Bill, (2) Because: Market risk higher, Credit risk same, Liquidity risk lower.
Option D
(1)5 Year bond, (2) Because: Credit risk both low, No Term Risk for both, Liquidity risk higher.

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