The British government has a bond outstanding that pays £100 in interest each year for 18 years. Assuming that the current interest rate in Great Britain is 5% and that you will receive your first interest payment next year. What is the value of the government bond if norminal value of the bond is £1,000?

The British government has a bond outstanding that pays £100 in interest each year for 18 years. Assuming that the current interest rate in Great Britain is 5% and that you will receive your first interest payment next year. What is the value of the government bond if norminal value of the bond is £1,000?

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