To Create a Portfolio with a Duration of 4 Years

question 10

Multiple Choice

To create a portfolio with a duration of 4 years using a 5-year zero-coupon bond and a 3-year 8% annual coupon bond with a yield to maturity of 10%, one would have to invest ________ of the portfolio value in the zero-coupon bond.

• A) 50%
• B) 55%
• C) 60%
• D) 75%

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Definitions:

Selling Price

The amount of money charged to the buyer for a product or service.

Net Income

The total profit of a company after all expenses and taxes have been deducted from revenue, indicating the company's bottom line.

Variable Expenses

Expenses that change in proportion to the activity of a business, similar to variable costs.

Selling Price

The amount at which a product or service is sold to customers.