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Basic Question 10 of 12

Which factor is most likely the change in the yield curve level?

A. Factor 1
B. Factor 2
C. Factor 3

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ashish100 Wtf wish they'd explain this better. AN please explain 100 dollars don't grow on trees brah
davidt87 ashish100 i'm hating this section too.

i guessed it because i assume a change in level of the curve will impact each rate in the same direction, and all of Factor 1 values were negative.

Factor 2 appears to be steepness as you can see the shorter term rates are positive while the longer terms are negative - if you imagine how that would change a graph I think it would flatten it

Factor 3 appears to be curvature because the middle is sinking and the short/long term values are positive

Disclaimer: i have no fcking clue whats going on in this reading
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Learning Outcome Statements

explain how a bond's exposure to each of the factors driving the yield curve can be measured and how these exposures can be used to manage yield curve risks;

explain the maturity structure of yield volatilities and their effect on price volatility.

CFA® 2025 Level II Curriculum, Volume 4, Module 26.