Suppose that the prices of zero-coupon bonds with various maturities are given in the following table. The face value of each bond is $1,000. Maturity (Years) Price 1 $925.93 2 853.39 3 782.92 4...

Suppose that the prices of zero-coupon bonds with various maturities are given in the following table. The face value of each bond is $1,000.

a. Calculate the forward rate of interest for each year.

b. How could you construct a 1-year forward loan beginning in year 3? Confirm that the rate on that loan equals the forward rate.

c. Repeat ( b ) for a 1-year forward loan beginning in year 4.