You Are Considering the Purchase of an AT&P Bond with a 13

question 66

Multiple Choice

You are considering the purchase of an AT&P bond with a 13% coupon rate. Interest is paid and compounded semiannually. The bond will mature in 8 years, and has a $1,000 face value. The bond currently sells for $867. Calculate the ANNUAL yield to maturity for this bond. (Round to nearest percentage)

• A)9%
• B)11%
• C)16%
• D)18%

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