Which bond would most likely possess the least degree of interest rate risk? Select one: a. 12% coupon rate, 10 years to maturity O b. 8% coupon rate, 20 years to maturity O c.8% coupon rate, 10 years to maturity O d. 10% coupon rate, 10 years to maturity O e. 12% coupon rate, 20 years to maturity

Which bond would most likely possess the least degree of interest rate risk? Select one: a. 12% coupon rate, 10 years to maturity O b. 8% coupon rate, 20 years to maturity O c.8% coupon rate, 10 years to maturity O d. 10% coupon rate, 10 years to maturity O e. 12% coupon rate, 20 years to maturity

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