Multiple Choice
A semiannual payment bond with a $1,000 par has a 7 percent quoted coupon rate,a 7 percent promised YTM,and 10 years to maturity. What is the bond's duration?
A) 10.00 years
B) 8.39 years
C) 6.45 years
D) 5.20 years
E) 7.35 years
Correct Answer:

Verified
Correct Answer:
Verified
Related Questions
Q21: An investor is considering purchasing a Treasury
Q22: The interest rate used to find the
Q23: Conceptually,why does a bond's price fall when
Q24: Corporate Bond A returns 5 percent of
Q25: A zero coupon bond has a duration
Q27: Higher interest rates lead to lower bond
Q28: A corporate bond has a coupon rate
Q29: How does an increase in interest rates
Q30: A bond that pays interest semiannually has
Q31: A 15-year corporate bond pays $40 interest