Math Problem Statement
Too Young Incorporated, has a bond outstanding with a coupon rate of 7 percent and semiannual payments. The bond currently sells for $1,898 and matures in 16 years. The par value is $2,000. What is the company's pretax cost of debt?
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Bond Valuation
Yield to Maturity (YTM)
Time Value of Money
Formulas
YTM Approximation Formula: Bond Price = Σ [Coupon Payment / (1 + r)^t] + Par Value / (1 + r)^T
Semiannual Coupon Payment: Annual Coupon Rate × Par Value / 2
Theorems
Yield to Maturity Calculation
Present Value of Cash Flows
Suitable Grade Level
Undergraduate Finance
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