Wingler Inc.'s outstanding bonds have a $1,000 par value, and they mature in 15 years. Their nominal annual yield to maturity is 8.0%, they pay interest semiannually, and they sell at a price of $827.50. What is the bond's nominal coupon rate? a. 3.00% b. 4.20% c. 5.45% d. 6.00% e 8.28%

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Wingler Inc.'s outstanding bonds have a $1,000 par value, and they mature in 15 years. Their nominal annual yield to maturity is 8.0%, they pay interest semiannually, and they sell at a price of $827.50. What is the bond's nominal coupon rate? a. 3.00% b. 4.20% c. 5.45% d. 6.00% e 8.28% 

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