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Chapter 29, Problem 1BCQ
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Face Value: It is the value which the issuer of a security provides to the holder of the security at the time of maturity. The face value is not the actual market value and is less than the actual value.

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  • In the given case, C offers 70% of the face value on G cards and 80% of the face value on W gift card.
  • C also earns profit by accepting the gift card for cash as it offers only $88 cash for W gift card of $100.
  • Card owners are also ready to sell gift cards even at discounted rates in order to get cash.

Conclusion:

Thus, gift card owners are willing to sell their cards for cash less than the face value.

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