You have been provided with the following information zero coupon bonds with $1000 face value.
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Maturity semi annual periods
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semi annual spot rates
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1 |
4.25 |
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2 |
4.15
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3 |
3.95
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4 |
3.70
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5 |
3.50
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6 |
3.25
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7 |
3.05
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8 |
2.90 |
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Compute the forward interest rates.
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Graph the yield curve.
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Explain the factors that account for the shape of the curve.