1. If a bond is selling on the open market at $960 is it selling at a premium or discount? List 2 factors that might contribute to this selling price.
2. What is the value today of a bond with the below attributes?
10 years to maturity, 8% coupon, $1000 par and market rate of 6%.
3. What is the value of $50,000 invested at an annual return of 6% for a period of 20 years? Using a semi-annual return rather than annual? Using a monthly return?