ABC Hope Clinic has an outstanding bond that sells in the market for $1112. The bonds mature in 8 years, pay interest semiannually, and carry a 9% coupon rate on $1,000 par value. What is ABC Hope’s cost of debt?
Group of answer choices
A. 14.23%
B. 3.48%
C. 3.57%
D. 7.14%
E. 7.12%
Answer: D. 7.14%
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