A Bank Pays Interest Semiannually with an EAR of 13

question 6

Multiple Choice

A bank pays interest semiannually with an EAR of 13%. What is the periodic interest rate applicable semiannually?

• A) 5.04%
• B) 7.56%
• C) 6.30%
• D) 12.60%

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