The following table contains data to calculate forward rates using pure expectations theory. a) Find the yield on a 8 year bond, 2 years forward (2rs). b) Find the yield on a 6 year bond, 3 years forward (3r6). Maturity Yield 1 year 2.00% 2 years 3 years 4 years 5 years 6 year 7 years 8 years 9 years 10 years 2.20% 3.40% 4.50% 5.00% 5.00% 5.20% 5.40% 5.50% 5.50%

The following table contains data to calculate forward rates using pure expectations theory. a) Find the yield on a 8 year bond, 2 years forward (2rs). b) Find the yield on a 6 year bond, 3 years forward (3r6). Maturity Yield 1 year 2.00% 2 years 3 years 4 years 5 years 6 year 7 years 8 years 9 years 10 years 2.20% 3.40% 4.50% 5.00% 5.00% 5.20% 5.40% 5.50% 5.50%

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Author:Randall Billingsley, Lawrence J. Gitman, Michael D. Joehnk

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Chapter12: Investing In Stocks And Bonds

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