A Firm Has an Issue of $1,000 Par Value Bonds

question 163

Multiple Choice

A firm has an issue of $1,000 par value bonds with a 9 percent stated interest rate outstanding. The issue pays interest annually and has 20 years remaining to its maturity date. If bonds of similar risk are currently earning 11 percent, the firm's bond will sell for ________ today.

• A) $1,000
• B) $716.67
• C) $840.67
• D) $1,123.33

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Definitions:

Firms

Business organizations engaged in offering goods or services to consumers, often characterized by the ownership structure and size.

Concentrated

Concentrated refers to a situation or market in which a few firms hold a large market share, leading to reduced competition and higher barriers to entry.

Industry X

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Industry Y

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