Exhibit 23.6 Use the Information Below for the Following Problem(S)

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Multiple Choice

Exhibit 23.6
Use the Information Below for the Following Problem(S)
BioTech Industries has debentures outstanding (par value $1,000) convertible into the company's common stock at $30. The coupon rate is 11 percent payable semiannually and they mature in 10 years.
-Refer to Exhibit 23.6.At present,what would be the minimum value of the bond?

• A) $600.00
• B) $796.83
• C) $889.82
• D) $900.00
• E) $1000.00

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