Question: 1.Reconsider the example above, where you are contemplating the purchase of the coupon bond with a face value of $1,000, which matures in 14 years,

1.Reconsider the example above, where you are contemplating the purchase of the coupon bond with a face value of $1,000, which matures in 14 years, and pays 3.15% (annual) coupons. Now, If you require a return of 3.75% on this instrument, how much would you offer to pay for it today? [Present the answer rounded to two decimal places. For instance 1045.16]

2. You are considering the purchase of a Pure Discount Bond with a Face Value of $10,000, which matures in three years. If you desire a return of 3.35%, how much would you bid for the bond today? (Round your answer to two decimal places, e.g. 9274.36) (answer was not 9058.76)


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