Which of the following statements is correct?

A-The market rate of interest refers to the interest rate that the bond-issuing company promises to pay the bondholders.

B-There are almost always small differences between the stated rate and the market rate when bonds are issued.

C-If the stated rate of interest on a bond is equal to the market rate of interest, then the bond will sell at a premium price.

D-The market rate of interest has no bearing on the selling price of the bonds.