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Joe is considering 2 similar bonds, with the only difference that: (1) a tax-exempt municipal bond promises a 5.625%annual return, (2) a taxable corporate bond

Joe is considering 2 similar bonds, with the only difference that: (1) a tax-exempt municipal bond promises a 5.625%annual return, (2) a taxable corporate bond promises a 7.5% annual return. If Joe's tax rate is 25%, which bond should he buy?

Either one, both have the same after-tax yield

Municipal bond, as it has a higher after-tax yield

Corporate bond, as it has a higher after-tax yield

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