An Interest Rate Is 12% Per Annum with Semiannual Compounding

question 10

Multiple Choice

An interest rate is 12% per annum with semiannual compounding.What is the equivalent rate with quarterly compounding?

• A) 11.83%
• B) 11.66%
• C) 11.77%
• D) 11.92%

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