Give an example of a word whose definition has changed as a result of the passage of time and explain the meanings to each generation.
What will be an ideal response?
Examples may include words such as “cool,” “radical,” “gay,” “hot,” and others. “Cool” referred to a description of the temperature to an older generation while it means/meant something was good or pleasing to a younger generation. Similarly, “hot” referred to a description of the temperature to an older generation while it means/meant something is good or aesthetically pleasing to a younger generation. “Radical” referred to a description of someone or something off from the center (politically, etc.) to an older generation while it means/meant something is good or aesthetically pleasing to a younger generation. “Gay” referred to a description of someone who was very happy, regardless of gender, to an older generation while it means a homosexual male to a younger generation.
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Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
Explain the psychology behind a price of $9.99 instead of $10.00
What will be an ideal response?
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Indicate whether the statement is true or false.
Which one of the following statements correctly describes the unique feature of GNMA pass-through securities?
A) The interest income on a GNMA is exempt from state and federal tax. B) GNMAs consistently have lives of 25-30 years. C) GNMAs are backed by the full faith and credit of the issuing state. D) GNMAs pay income to holders on a monthly basis.