Using the closed form (11.3), prove that a fixed-coupon bond trades above par if and only if its coupon rate exceeds its yield to maturity. Then show that, holding the yield fixed, a premium bond's price falls toward par as maturity shortens (the "pull to par").
M11 · Problem 1 ★
Premium and discount
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