What Is the Value of a PacTen Bond with a 10

question 102

Multiple Choice

What is the value of a PacTen bond with a 10 percent coupon that matures in 15 years? Assume the current market rate for this bond is 16 percent and that interest is paid semiannually.

• A)$661.90
• B)$1,227.78
• C)$1,000
• D)$875.51

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