(Bond valuation) Bellingham bonds have an annual coupon rate of 16% and a par value of $1,000 and will mature in 30 years. If you require a return of 12%, what price would you be willing to pay for the bond? What happens if you pay more for the bond? What happens if you pay less for the bond?

a. The price you would be willing to pay for the bond is....... (Round to the nearest cent.)

b. The bond is not an acceptable investment if you pay LESS/MORE for the bond because the expected rate of return for the bond is GREATER/ LESS than your required rate of return.