Two years ago, Mathew purchased a 10 year government bond with a yield of 4.75%. Today, the interest rate on government bonds with 8 years to maturity is 3.5%. If Mathew sells his bond today, he most likely will

A) realize a capital gain.
B) realize a capital loss.
C) sell the bond at face value.
D) sell the bond at par value.

Answer: A

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