A bond has a $1,000 par value, a 12% semiannual coupon, and matures in 4 years.  What is the price of this bond (to the nearest dollar) if it has a yield of 12%?

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A bond has a $1,000 par value, a 12% semiannual coupon, and matures in 4 years.  What is the price of this bond (to the nearest dollar) if it has a yield of 12%?

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Hence, the bond price is $1000.00.

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