Consider a newly issued TIPS bond with a three year maturity, par value of $1000, and a coupon rate of 5%. Assume annual coupon payments. 
-What is the real rate of return on the TIPS bond in the first year?
A) 5.00%
B) 8.15%
C) 7.15%
D) 4.00%
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