Explain what factors should be used to make a decision

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Suppose that the U. S. Treasury yield curve is continuously downward- sloping. To maximize interest income over the next 10 years, should a bank portfolio manager buy securities with maturities of under 1 year or securities with maturities of 10 years? Explain what factors should be used to make a decision.

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