Exhibit 18.3
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A $1000 par value bond with 4 years to maturity and a 5% coupon has a yield to maturity of 6%. Interest is paid annually.
-Refer to Exhibit 18.3.Calculate the modified duration for the bond.
A) 3.51 years
B) 3.61 years
C) 3.72 years
D) 4.38 years
E) 7.44 years

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Modified duration = 3.718/(1 + .06)= 3.507 years.

Exhibit 18.3 Use the Information Below for the Following Problem(S)