Using the Rule of 70, How Many Years Would It

question 86

Multiple Choice

Using the rule of 70, how many years would it take for David's income to double if he was to experience a 4 percent increase in income each year?

• A) 22
• B) 35
• C) 28
• D) 17.5

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