A Bond Issue with a Face Amount of $500,000 Bears

question 166

Multiple Choice

A bond issue with a face amount of $500,000 bears interest at the rate of 10%. The current market rate of interest is 11%. These bonds will sell at a price that is:

• A) Equal to $500,000.
• B) More than $500,000.
• C) Less than $500,000.
• D) The answer cannot be determined from the information provided.

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