A decade ago, Monty purchased a 30 year, $1,000 Treasury bond. The interest rate at the time

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A decade ago, Monty purchased a 30 year, $1,000 Treasury bond. The interest rate at the time of purchase was 7%. Today, comparable bonds are paying 5%. Approximately how much could Monty sell his bond for? Explain why the bond has increased in value.

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Personal Finance Building Your Future

ISBN: 978-0073530659

1st edition

Authors: Robert B. Walker, Kristy P. Walker

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