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A bank pays interest semiannually with an EAR of 13%. What is the periodic interest rate applicable semiannually?
A. 7.56%
B. 5.04%
C. 6.30%
D. 12.60%
(1 + Effective Annual Rate) = (1 + Semiannual Interest Rate)^2
1.13 = (1 + Semiannual Interest Rate)^2
1.0630 = 1 + Semiannual Interest Rate
Semiannual Interest Rate = 0.0630 or 6.30%