For a Bond Issue That Sells for More Than the Bond

question 17

Multiple Choice

For a bond issue that sells for more than the bond face amount,the stated interest rate is:

• A)The actual yield rate.
• B)The prime rate.
• C)More than the market rate.
• D)Less than the market rate.

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