On January 1, 2018, Mania Enterprises Issued 12% Bonds Dated

question 110

Essay

On January 1, 2018, Mania Enterprises issued 12% bonds dated January 1, 2018, with a face amount of $20 million. The bonds mature in 2027 (10 years). For bonds of similar risk and maturity, the market yield is 10%. Interest is paid semiannually on June 30 and December 31.
Required: Determine the price of the bonds at January 1, 2018.

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