What is the term for a graphical representation of the relationship between interest rates and the maturities of debt securities?

a. Maturity chart

b. Term curve

c. Inflationary expectations

d. Yield curve

Table 3 1

Jones Company Financial Information

December 2007 December 2008

Net income

$2,000

$5,000

Accounts receivable

750

750

Accumulated depreciation

1,000

1,500

Common stock

4,500

5,000

Paid in capital

7,500

8,000

Retained earnings

1,500

2,500

Accounts payable

750

750