What Is the Yield to Maturity of a Nine-Year Bond

question 64

Multiple Choice

What is the yield to maturity of a nine-year bond that pays a coupon rate of 20% per year, has a $1,000 par value, and is currently priced at $1,407? Assume annual coupon payments.

• A) 21.81%
• B) 6.14%
• C) 12.28%
• D) 11.43%

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