The real interest rate:

a. Is always lower than the nominal interest rate.
b. Is strongly affected by expected inflation.
c. Equals the nominal interest rate plus the expected inflation.
d. Is determined by lenders solely.
e. Reflects a nation's time value of money.

.E

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