Suppose we have a 7% coupon, $100-par bond trading at 5% yield. Coupons are paid...

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Suppose we have a 7% coupon, $100-par bond trading at 5% yield. Coupons are paid semi-annually on Feb 12 and Aug 12 of each year. Assume semi-annual interest compounding. The bond matures on Feb 12, 2028. Assume 30/360 convention.

Suppose further that we purchase the bond on April 9, 2019 (the settlement date).

What is its modified duration in years?

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