Bonds A, B, and C All Have a Maturity of 15

question 39

Multiple Choice

Bonds A, B, and C all have a maturity of 15 years and a yield to maturity of 9%.Bond A's price exceeds its par value, Bond B's price equals its par value, and Bond C's price is less than its par value.Which of the following statements is CORRECT?

• A) Bond A has the most interest rate risk.
• B) If the yield to maturity on the three bonds remains constant, the prices of the three bonds will remain the same over the next year.
• C) If the yield to maturity on each bond increases to 8%, the prices of all three bonds will decline.
• D) Bond C sells at a premium over its par value.
• E) If the yield to maturity on each bond decreases to 6%, Bond A will have the largest percentage increase in its price.

Understand how to calculate and interpret the return on assets.

Identify and understand the sections of the statement of cash flows, specifically the classification of cash flows associated with long-lived assets.

Recognize and comprehend the reporting requirements for financial statements under various accounting standards.

Understand strategies for improving return on assets.

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