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The two-year zero rate is 6% and the three year zero rate is 6.5%. What is the forward rate for the third year? All rates are continuously compounded.
A.6.75%
B.7.0%
C.7.25%
D.7.5%
A.6.75%
B.7.0%
C.7.25%
D.7.5%
Answer: D
The forward rate for the third year is (3×0.065−2×0.06)/(3−2) = 0.075 or 7.5%
The forward rate for the third year is (3×0.065−2×0.06)/(3−2) = 0.075 or 7.5%
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Author: CoboCards-User
Main topic: Finance & Investment
Topic: Derivatives
Published: 27.10.2015