An Investor Buys a Three-Year Bond with a 5% Coupon

question 8

Multiple Choice

an investor buys a three-year bond with a 5% coupon rate paid annually. The bond, with a yield-to-maturity of 3%, is purchased at a price of 105.657223 per 100 of par value. Assuming a 5-basis point change in yield-to-maturity, the bond's approximate modified Duration is closest to:

• A) 2.78.
• B) 2.86.
• C) 5.56.

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Definitions:

ADR

Alternative Dispute Resolution, a range of processes such as mediation and arbitration used to resolve disputes outside of court.

Neutral Third Party

An impartial individual or entity involved in a negotiation or conflict resolution who does not favor any side involved in the dispute.

Negotiation

A dialogue between parties intended to reach a beneficial outcome over a conflict, disagreement, or deal.

Arbitrations

A method of resolving disputes outside the courts, where the parties involved present their case to a neutral third party for a decision.