Coupon bond could trade for an amount above its par value

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Which of the following is most correct?

A- if the coupon bond is selling at par, it's current yield equals its yield to maturity.

B- if rates fall after its issue, a zero coupon bond could trade for an amount above its par value.

C- a zero coupon bonds current yield is equal to its yield to maturity

D- all the above

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