Question：Examine the validity of the following statements with respect to the yield curve showing the term structure of interest rates.

　　Statement 1

　　When interest rates are expected to fall consistently, short-term interest rates are likely to be higher than long-term interest rates.

　　Statement 2

　　When interest rates are expected to fall consistently, a yield curve would normally be downward sloping.

　　A. False True

　　B. True True

　　C. False False

　　D. True False

　　The correct answer is: Both statements are True.