A Forward Rate Agreement contains an agreed interest rate of 3.1% on a 6-month loan. If settled at the time of borrowing, what amount would the borrower pay or receive on a $500,000 loan if the prevailing 6-month interest rate is 2.9%?

A)

$1,000 payment

B)

$1,000 receipt

C)

$972 payment

D)

$972 receipt


Answer:

C

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