James invested $1000 in a portfolio of stocks 5 years ago and reinvested the dividends. The investment grew to $3456.  Calculate and show how the $3456 amount was arrived at. This same amount of $1000 was invested 5 years ago in bonds and 10% coupon payments was reinvested. The investment grew to $2500. Calculate and show how the $2500 amount was arrived at using a financial calculator. What is the fixed interest rate amount being paid yearly on the bond?

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James invested $1000 in a portfolio of stocks 5 years ago and reinvested the dividends. The investment grew to $3456.  Calculate and show how the $3456 amount was arrived at. This same amount of $1000 was invested 5 years ago in bonds and 10% coupon payments was reinvested. The investment grew to $2500. Calculate and show how the $2500 amount was arrived at using a financial calculator. What is the fixed interest rate amount being paid yearly on the bond?

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