Reasons for using a bond ladder strategy include
I. typically higher rates on long-term bonds.
II. uncertainty concerning future interest rates.
III. lower tax rates on bonds held to maturity.
IV. reducing the amount of time spent managing the bond portfolio.
A) I and III
B) II and IV
C) I, II and III
D) I, II and IV
Answer: D
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