You Have a Goal of Having $100,000 Five Years from Today

question 126

Multiple Choice

You have a goal of having $100,000 five years from today. The return on the investment is expected to be 10% and will be compounded semi-annually. The amount that needs to be invested today is closest to:

• A)$61,390.
• B)$62,090.
• C)$78,350.
• D)$38,550.

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