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The 6-month 12-month 18-month, and 24-month zero rates are 4%, 4

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The 6-month 12-month 18-month, and 24-month zero rates are 4%, 4.5%,4.75%, and 5% with semiannual compounding.

a) What are the 18-month zero rates and 24-month zero rates with continuous compounding?

b) What is the forward rate for the six-month period beginning in 18 months?