Why Isn't the Current Yield a Good Indicator of Holding

question 24

Multiple Choice

Why isn't the current yield a good indicator of holding a bond?

• A) It doesn't account for the yield to maturity.
• B) It doesn't account for capital gains or losses.
• C) It doesn't account for the coupon.
• D) It assumes that the current price equals its par value.

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