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a.
To calculate: The return on 1 year zero coupon bond and 4th year zero coupon bond, supposing that the term structure will be same as now.
Introduction:
Bond: It is a type of debt instrument which is issued by the Government or by some corporations. The relevant purpose of issuing bonds is to raise money from the market prevailing under the borrowing agreement. According to this agreement, the issuer of the bond has to pay periodic interest to the holder of the bond on an agreed date.
b.
To evaluate: The highest expected 1-year return given among the 1-year zero-coupon bond and 4th year zero coupon bond.
Introduction:
Expected rate of
c.
To evaluate: The
Introduction:
Expectations Hypothesis: This is also called as “unbiased expectations hypothesis theory”. This theory is applicable in calculations related to foreign exchange. According to the theory, the forward exchange rate will be equal to the spot rate at the time of delivery on a specific day. This theory can function only when the risk premium is absent.

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