A $125 000 Bond, Redeemable at Par in Three Years

question 18

Essay

A $125 000 bond, redeemable at par in three years with 7.5% coupons payable quarterly, is bought to yield 6% compounded quarterly.
(i) Compute the premium or discount and the purchase price.
(ii) Construct a schedule for amortization of premium.

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