A 6% semi-annual coupon bond has 2 years to maturity. Calculate its price (per 100 of par value) and the yield-to-maturity based on the following spot rates. Time to Maturity (Years) 0.5 2.0 Spot Rate 8.2% 8.4% 87% 8.9% Discount factor (1+Spot rate/2) 1.041 1.042 1.0435 1.0445

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