Tom is thinking to buy bonds. However, he is debating between long-term bonds and short-term bonds. What factors will influence his decision?
  1. His available funds.
  2. His risk preferences.
  3. The relative yields between short-term and long-term bonds.
  4. His personal patience level.
Explanation
The choice between whether to invest in short-term or long-term bonds depends upon the relative yields between them. If yields on long-term bonds are historically low relative to yields on short-term bonds, greater returns may be available at shorter maturities.

Key Takeaway: As investors are rational, they will choose investments that yield more returns, regardless of the maturity.
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