Compute the Yield on Debt Given a 10-Year Zero-Coupon Bond

question 2

Multiple Choice

Compute the yield on debt given a 10-year zero-coupon bond paying $500 at maturity.Assume the asset value is $450,σ = 0.35,r = 0.06,and no dividend is paid.

• A) 6.62%
• B) 7.26%
• C) 8.26%
• D) 9.62%

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