Zero-Coupon Bonds Issued in 1999 Are Due in 2009

question 21

Multiple Choice

Zero-coupon bonds issued in 1999 are due in 2009.If they are sold at 55 percent of face value,the implied yield to maturity is

• A)5.50%
• B)6.16%
• C)8.31%
• D)cannot be determined, need more information

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