A Bond Issue with a Face Amount of $500,000 Bears

question 48

Multiple Choice

A bond issue with a face amount of $500,000 bears interest at the rate of 7%.The current market rate of interest is 8%.These bonds will sell at a price that is:

• A)Equal to $500,000.
• B)More than $500,000.
• C)Less than $500,000.
• D)The answer cannot be determined from the information provided.

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