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An analyst gathers the following information about a 6% coupon bond currently trading at par:
| Benchmark Rate | Price per 100 of Par Value |
|---|---|
| 5.9% | 100.75 |
| 6.0% | 100.00 |
| 6.1% | 99.26 |
The bond's effective duration is closest to:
A
3.75
B
7.45
C
7.50