9-72 What Is the Duration of a 5-Year Par Value

question 67

Multiple Choice

9-72 What is the duration of a 5-year par value zero coupon bond yielding 10 percent annually?

• A)0.50 years.
• B)2.00 years.
• C)4.40 years.
• D)5.00 years.
• E)4.05 years.

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