1. Bonds issued by CSNY have a par value of $1,000, are selling for $850, and have 20 years to maturity. The annual interest payment, paid once per year, is $80. What is the approximate yield to maturity?
a. 6.4% b. 10.2% c. 9.7% d. 8.0%
2. The Astaire Dance Studio decides to purchase a large van needed to transport students back and forth from competitions. The cost of the van is $75,000. Assuming you finance the entire balance over 60 months, and can get an auto loan at 8%, what will your monthly payment be?
a. $1,623
b. $1,250
c. $1,521
d. $763