Steve Ballmer currently owns a Microsoft bond that matures in 23 years and pays no coupons. What is the YTM of this Microsoft bond if it currently sells for $4,432.06 and has a par value of $10,000? a. 3.57% b. 3.43% c. 3.48% d. 3.45% e. 3.60%

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Steve Ballmer currently owns a Microsoft bond that matures in 23 years and pays no coupons. What is the YTM of this Microsoft bond if it currently sells for $4,432.06 and has a par value of $10,000?

a. 3.57%

b. 3.43%

c. 3.48%

d. 3.45%

e. 3.60%

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