If the Coupon Rate and Yield to Maturity Are Both

question 362

Multiple Choice

If the coupon rate and yield to maturity are both 5%, then the bond must be:

• A) A zero-coupon bond.
• B) Selling at a discount.
• C) Selling at par.
• D) Maturing within one year.
• E) Selling above face value.

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