A 10-year bond with a 9% annual coupon has a yield to maturity of 8%. Which of the following statements is CORRECT?

A. The bond is selling below its par value.
B. The bond is selling at a discount.
C. If the yield to maturity remains constant, the bond's price one year from now will be lower than its current price.
D. The bond's current yield is greater than 9%.
E. If the yield to maturity remains constant, the bond's price one year from now will be higher than its current price.


Answer: C

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