12.Describe the relationship between the stated rate of interest and the effective rate of interest as it relates to bonds. 13.Why are some types of leases recorded as purchases? 14.How does an...

12.Describe the relationship between the stated rate of interest and the effective rate of interest as it relates to bonds.

13.Why are some types of leases recorded as purchases?

14.How does an investor's required rate of return affect investing decisions?

15.How do changes in market interest rates lead to misstated balance sheet values for long-term debt?

16.What is the purpose of interest rate swaps?