Ernst's Electrical has a bond issue outstanding with ten years to maturity. These bonds have a $1,000 face value, a 5 % coupon, and pay interest semi-annually. The bonds are currently quoted at 96 % of face value. What is Ernst's pre-tax cost of debt?
A) 4.47 %
B) 4.97 %
C) 5.33 %
D) 5.53 %
E) 5.94 %
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