Duration which is divided by interest rate plus one is classified as
A
decreased duration
B
increase duration
C
modified duration
D
at par duration
Correct Answer: modified duration
Duration which is divided by interest rate plus one is classified as modified duration. Modified duration is a formula that expresses the measurable change in the value of a security in response to a change in interest rates. Modified duration follows the concept that interest rates and bond prices move in opposite directions.