Consider the Following $1,000 Par Value Zero-Coupon Bonds

question 85

Multiple Choice

Consider the following $1,000 par value zero-coupon bonds:

The expected 1-year interest rate 4 years from now should be ________.

• A) 16%
• B) 18%
• C) 20%
• D) 22%

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