1. A 5000 par-value bond with semiannual coupons and r = .03 has a yield rate of 5%, convertible semiannualy. Find the book value of this bond one year before the redemption date.
2. A 1000 par-value 10-year bond with semiannual coupons at 8% convertible semiannualy is bought to yield 9% convertible semiannualy. Find the total of the interest column in the bond amortization schedule.