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Bond P is a premium bond with a 12 percent coupon. Bond D is a 7 percent coupon

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Question

Bond P is a premium bond with a 12 percent coupon. Bond D is a 7 percent coupon bond currently selling at a discount. Both bonds make annual payments, have a YTM of 9 percent, and have seven years to maturity.

What is the current yield for bond P and bond D? (Round your answers to 2 decimal places. (e.g., 32.16))

If interest rates remain unchanged, what is the expected capital gains yield over the next year for bond P and bond D? (Negative amount should be indicated by a minus sign. Round your answers to 2 decimal places. (e.g., 32.16)))

What is the current yield for bond P and bond D? (Round your answers to 2 decimal places. (e.g., 32.16))

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