You Just Bought a $1,000 Bond That Is Scheduled to Mature

question 126

Multiple Choice

You just bought a $1,000 bond that is scheduled to mature in ten years. If interest rates rise during the next six months, the market value (or price) of your bond will

• A) increase.
• B) decrease.
• C) remain unchanged.
• D) increase or decrease, depending on the marginal tax bracket you are in.

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