All rates in this question are quoted with semi-annual compounding. You observe two spot rates. The 15 month spot rate is 10.10%, while the 20 month spot rate is 13.70%. What is the forward rate from 15 months to 20 months?     25.22%     24.50%     24.87%     24.63%

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