The Total Interest Paid on a Zero-Coupon Bond Is Equal

question 42

Multiple Choice

The total interest paid on a zero-coupon bond is equal to:

• A)zero.
• B)the face value minus the issue price.
• C)the face value minus the market price on the maturity date.
• D)$1,000 minus the face value.
• E)$1,000 minus the par value.

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