What is the issue price of a 2000 bond sold at 98 1 4?

The issue price of a bond quoted as 98 1/4 means it is sold at 98.25% of its face value. For a $2,000 bond, the issue price can be calculated by multiplying the face value by the quoted percentage: $2,000 × 0.9825 = $1,965. Therefore, the issue price of the bond is $1,965.