Exhibit 19.8 Use the Information Below for the Following Problem(S)

question 42

Multiple Choice

Exhibit 19.8
Use the Information Below for the Following Problem(S)
Consider two bonds, both pay annual interest. Bond C has a coupon of 6% per year, maturity of 5 years, yield to maturity of 6% per year, and a face value of $1000. Bond D has a coupon of 8% per year, maturity of 15 years, yield to maturity of 6% per year, and a face value of $1000.
-Refer to Exhibit 19.8.Assume that your investment horizon is 6 years and your portfolio consists only of Bond C and Bond D.Indicate the proportions invested in each bond,so that the portfolio is immunized.

• A) 50% in Bond C and 50% in Bond D
• B) 64% in Bond C and 36% in Bond D
• C) 36% in Bond C and 64% in Bond D
• D) 100% in Bond D
• E) None of the above

Understand the interdependencies between different types of budgets within the master budget.

Identify the role of budgets in performance evaluation.

Grasp the significance of past performance as a basis for evaluating current performance.

Comprehend the components that constitute the financial budgets of a business.

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