The Credit Spreads for a Counterparty for 5 and 6

question 1

Multiple Choice

The credit spreads for a counterparty for 5 and 6 years are 2% and 2.2% respectively.The recovery rate is 60%.What is closest to the unconditional default probability for the sixth year?

• A) 0.04
• B) 0.05
• C) 0.06
• D) 0.07

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Color-Sensitive Cones

Photoreceptor cells in the retina of the eye that are responsible for color vision.

Retinal Cells

Specialized cells located in the retina of the eye that are responsible for converting light into neuronal signals.

Wavelength

The length between one wave crest and the following one, specifically referring to sound waves or electromagnetic waves.

Reddish

Having a color or tint that is somewhat red; appears slightly red.