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Author: Randall Billingsley, Lawrence J. Gitman, Michael D. Joehnk
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Chapter 12, Problem 9FPE
Which of these two bonds offers the highest current yield? Which one has the highest yield to maturity?
- a. A 6.55 percent, 22-year bond quoted at 52.000
- b. A 10.25 percent, 27-year bond quoted at 103.625
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