The Maturity Date for a Six-Month Note Issued on January

question 189

Multiple Choice

The maturity date for a six-month note issued on January 15 would be ________.

• A) July 15
• B) July 14
• C) July 16
• D) July 10

Describe how interest rates affect present and future values.

Explain the definition and calculation of annuities and their present and future values.

Understand the process and importance of discounting in finding present values.

Recognize how compounding frequency affects the effective interest rate.

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Definitions:

Maker

One who promises to pay a certain sum to the holder of a promissory note or certificate of deposit (CD).

Drawer

In banking and finance, the person who writes or issues a cheque, telling the bank to pay the specified amount from their account.

Promissory Note

A written promise made by one person (the maker) to pay a fixed sum of money to another person (the payee or a subsequent holder) on demand or on a specified date.

Specific Payee

The designated individual or entity to whom a particular payment is directed or made.