Foundations Of Finance
Foundations Of Finance
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ISBN: 9780134897264
Author: KEOWN, Arthur J., Martin, John D., PETTY, J. William
Publisher: Pearson,
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Chapter 7, Problem 25SP

(Expected rate of return) Assume you own a bond with a market value of $820 that matures in 7 years. The par value of the bond is $1,000. Interest payments of $30 are paid semiannually. What is your expected rate of return on the bond?

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