Morris Is Considering Investing in Some Bonds

question 38

Multiple Choice

Morris is considering investing in some bonds. Morris is in the 32% tax bracket. His broker tells him about City of Fargo, North Dakota, bonds with a yield of 6%.

• A)A U.S. Treasury bond paying 6% interest will have a greater after-tax yield than the City of Fargo bonds.
• B)A U.S. Treasury bond paying 6% interest will have the same after-tax yield as the City of Fargo bonds.
• C)The after-tax yield on City of Fargo bonds is 4.08% [(1.0 - .32) × 6%].
• D)A taxable bond will have to pay 8.82% (6% ÷ .68) interest to provide an after-tax yield equal to the yield on the City of Fargo bonds.

Recognize the significance of delivery in futures contracts and the rarity of actual physical delivery.

Understand the process of closing out a futures position before the delivery date.

Comprehend the differences between futures and forward contracts, including their trading venues.

Understand the concept of open interest and its significance in futures markets.

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