T-bills are quoted on a discount basis. Using the attached documents, what is the price that you will have to pay on Sept 16, 2014, for the T-bill maturing on March 12, 2015?
T-bills are quoted on a discount basis. Using the attached documents, what is the price that you will have to pay on Sept 16, 2014, for the T-bill maturing on March 12, 2015?
Essentials Of Investments
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Author:Bodie, Zvi, Kane, Alex, MARCUS, Alan J.
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Chapter1: Investments: Background And Issues
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T-bills are quoted on a discount basis. Using the attached documents, what is the price that you will have to pay on Sept 16, 2014, for the T-bill maturing on March 12, 2015?

Transcribed Image Text:# Treasury Bill Quotes
| Maturity | Days to Maturity | Bid | Ask |
|------------|------------------|------|------|
| Nov 28, 14 | 73 | 0.010| 0.005|
| Mar 12, 15 | 177 | 0.045| 0.040|
| Jul 23, 15 | 310 | 0.080| 0.075|
*Source: Wall Street Journal Online Sept 16, 2014*
### Explanation:
The table displays information about treasury bills, including:
- **Maturity Date**: The date on which the treasury bill will mature or be due.
- **Days to Maturity**: The number of days remaining until the treasury bill reaches maturity.
- **Bid**: The price a buyer is willing to pay for the treasury bill.
- **Ask**: The price a seller is willing to accept for the treasury bill.
For instance, a treasury bill maturing on November 28, 2014, has 73 days left to maturity with a bid price of 0.010 and an ask price of 0.005.
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