The term structure for zero$-$coupon bonds is currently:

Next year at this time, you expect it to be:

Required:

a$.$ What do you expect the rate of return to be over the coming year on a $3-$year zero$-$coupon bond?

b$.$ Under the expectations theory, what yields to maturity does the market expect to observe on $1-$ and $2-$year zeros at the end of

the year?

c$.$ Is the market's expectation of the return on the $3-$year bond greater or less than yours?

Complete this question by entering your answers in the tabs below.

Under the expectations theory, what yields to maturity does the market expect to observe on $1-$ and $2-$year zeros at the end

of the year?

Note: Round your answers to $2$ decimal places.