Question: *Can you explain the bond calculation for me also* Consider two bonds, a 3-year bond paying an annual coupon of 8%, and a 20-year bond,

*Can you explain the bond calculation for me also*

Consider two bonds, a 3-year bond paying an annual coupon of 8%, and a 20-year bond, also with an annual coupon of 8%. Both bonds currently sell at par value. Now suppose that interest rates rise and the yield to maturity of the two bonds increases to 12%.

1. What is the new price of the 3-year bond?

2. what is the new price of the 20 year bond.

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