Conside r tw o bonds , M M an d NN

Conside r tw o bonds , M M an d NN

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■ Bond MM has face value of $1,000, matures in five years, and pays

6% interest semiannually.

■ Bond NN has a face value of $1,000, matures in five years, and pays

2% interest semiannually.

a. If the yield-to-maturity on these bonds changes from 4% to 6%, which bond’s value changes the most?

b. Which bond has the greatest interest rate risk? Why?

c. Which bond has the greatest reinvestment rate risk? Why?

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