Use the Table for the Question(s)below

question 8

Multiple Choice

Use the table for the question(s) below.
Consider the following zero-coupon yields on default-free securities:
-The forward rate for year 4 (the forward rate quoted today for an investment that begins in three years and matures in four years) is closest to:

• A)4.5%.
• B)4.6%.
• C)4.4%.
• D)5.0%.

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Present Value

The current worth of a future sum of money or stream of cash flows given a specific rate of return, accounting for the time value of money.

Semiannually

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