Assist the Holder of a $1,000 Par Value Convertible Bond

question 79

Essay

Assist the holder of a $1,000 par value convertible bond in determining whether to convert,given that the conversion ratio is 15.5 and that the stock is currently selling for $70 per share.Calculate both the bond value and conversion value.

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