Question

If the required rate of return on a bond (rd) is greater than its coupon interest rate and will remain above that rate, then the market value of the bond will always be below its par value until the bond matures, at which time its market value will equal its par value. (Accrued interest between interest payment dates should not be considered when answering this question.)
a. True
b. False

Answer 1

Answer:

a. True

Explanation:

Answer this question using YTM, coupon rate, price and par value relationship/rules.

If YTM > coupon rate, then Price < Par value

If YTM < coupon rate, then Price > Par value

If YTM = coupon rate, then Price = Par value

In this case, the assumption is that YTM > coupon rate, hence based on the above rules, the Price or market value of the bond will be < Par value. This makes the statement true.