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5. A security is currently trading at $97. It will pay a coupon of $5 in two months. No ot...

5. A security is currently trading at $97. It will pay a coupon of $5 in two months. No other payouts are expected in the next six months.

(a) If the term structure is flat at 12%, what should the be forward price on the security for delivery in six months?

(b) If the actual forward price is $92, explain how an arbitrage may be created.

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