Compute the bond yield to maturity


Bob's 16-year, $1,000 par value bonds pay 12% interest annually. The market price of the bonds are $880 and the yield to maturity on a comparable risk bond is 15% (Show work)

a. Compute the bond's yield to maturity

b. Determine the value of the bond to you, given your required rate of return.

c. Should you purchase the bond?

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