Consider a Zero-Coupon Bond with a $1000 Face Value and 10

question 13

Multiple Choice

Consider a zero-coupon bond with a $1000 face value and 10 years left until maturity.If the bond is currently trading for $459,then the yield to maturity on this bond is closest to:

• A)7.5%.
• B)10.4%.
• C)9.7%.
• D)8.1%.

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