Holding period rate of return

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A bond pays a coupon rate of 8% per year semiannually when the prevailing market interest rate is at 6%. The bond is four years away from its maturity. Find the bond's price now, and six months from now after the next coupon is paid. What will the holding period rate of return for the next six months be?

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