A bond portfolio consists of the following three fixed-rate bonds. Assume annual coupon payments and no accrued

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A bond portfolio consists of the following three fixed-rate bonds. Assume annual coupon payments and no accrued interest on the bonds. Prices are per 100 of par value.Bond Maturity 6 years 10 years 15 years A B C Market Value 170,000 120,000 100,000 Price 85.0000 80.0000


The bond portfolio’s modified duration is closest to:

A. 7.62.

B. 8.08.

C. 8.20.

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Fixed Income Analysis

ISBN: 9781119850540

5th Edition

Authors: Barbara S. Petitt

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