A corporate bond has 10 years until maturity, a face value of $1,000, and a coupon rate of 6.2% (semi annual payments). If the bond is selling at par, what is the yield to maturity on this bond? Ο 6.6% Ο 6.2% Ο 5.2% Ο 7.5%
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