A $2,000 bond issued in 2018 pays $180 in interest each year. What is the current yield on the bond if it can be purchased for $1,500?

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Chapter14: Financing Liabilities: Bonds And Long-term Notes Payable
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Yield on the bond if it can be purchased for 1500?

A $2,000 bond issued in 2018
pays $180 in interest each
year. What is the current
yield on the bond if it can be
purchased for $1,500?
Transcribed Image Text:A $2,000 bond issued in 2018 pays $180 in interest each year. What is the current yield on the bond if it can be purchased for $1,500?
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