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question 24

Multiple Choice

Use the table for the question(s) below.
The following table summarizes prices of various default-free zero-coupon bonds (expressed as a percentage of face value) :
-The yield to maturity for the three-year zero-coupon bond is closest to:

• A)5.4%.
• B)5.8%.
• C)5.6%.
• D)6.0%.

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Definitions:

Net Float

The difference between checks written against and deposited in an account, reflecting the time lag between writing a check and clearing it.

Available Balance

The amount of funds in an account that are accessible for withdrawal or use, considering any pending transactions.

Book Balance

The amount of money on record in a company’s financial accounts, often compared to the available cash balance to identify discrepancies.

Average Daily Float

The average amount of uncollected checks in the process of clearing, representing the gap between bank records and available funds.