Zero-coupon bonds are issued at prices considerably below face value, and the investor's return comes from the difference between the purchase price and the payment of face value at maturity.

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This is true. Zero-coupon bonds do not pay interest during their term, but are sold for a discounted price and pay their face value at maturity. This difference between the purchase price and the face value is the investor's return.

Zero-Coupon Bonds Are Issued at Prices Considerably Below Face Value