The Rate of Interest That Actually Is Incurred on a Bond

question 109

Multiple Choice

The rate of interest that actually is incurred on a bond payable is called the:

• A) Face rate.
• B) Contract rate.
• C) Effective rate.
• D) Stated rate.

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