FOCUS ON PERSONAL FINANCE LL/ACCESS >BI
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ISBN: 9781260529326
Author: Kapoor
Publisher: McGraw-Hill Publishing Co.
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Chapter 11, Problem 10P
a)
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To determine: Approximate market value.
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To discuss: The reason for increase in value of the bond.
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