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Problem on Bond Price

Kevin is interested in buying a 5-year bond which pays a coupon of 10 % on a semi-annual basis. The present market rate for similar bonds is 8.8 %. What must be the present price of this bond? (Round to the closest dollar.) (a) $1,048  (b) $965  (c) $1,099  (d) $982

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