1. How do investment companies (mutual funds) benefit investors, and particularly small investors? What is the difference between a growth equity fund and an income equity fund? What type investor might find each more attractive?
2. You bought a 16-year, 03.00% semi-annual coupon bond today and the current market rate of return is 02.50%. The bond is callable in 6 years with a $98 call premium. What price did you pay for your bond?
3. ABC Motors' bonds have 20 years remaining to maturity. Interest is paid semi-annually, they have a $1,000 par value, the coupon interest rat is 7%, and the yield to maturity is 5%. What's the bond current price?