The bonds have an 8.9% coupon rate, payable semiannually, and a par value of $1,000. They mature exactly 15 years from today. The yield to maturity is 11%, so the bonds now sell below par. What is the current market value of the firm's debt?

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In order to accurately assess the capital structure of a firm, it is necessary to convert its balance sheet figures from historical book values to market values. KJM Corporation's balance sheet (book values) as of today is as follows:



Long-term debt (bonds, at par) $21,500,000
Preferred stock 1,000,000
Common stock ($10 par) 11,000,000
Retained earnings 4,000,000
Total debt and equity $37,500,000


The bonds have an 8.9% coupon rate, payable semiannually, and a par value of $1,000. They mature exactly 15 years from today. The yield to maturity is 11%, so the bonds now sell below par. What is the current market value of the firm's debt? Do not round your intermediate calculations.
  a. $18,219,007  
  b. $18,253,322  
  c. $18,168,308  
  d. $19,766,893  
  e. $18,983,791  
 
 
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