Ross Has Decided That He Wants to Build Enough Retirement

question 35

Multiple Choice

Ross has decided that he wants to build enough retirement wealth that, if invested at 6 percent per year, will provide him with $2,500 monthly income for 30 years. To date, he has saved nothing, but he still has 20 years until he retires. How much money does he need to contribute per month to reach his goal?

• A) $895.95
• B) $902.47
• C) $1,947.88
• D) $2,500.00

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Definitions:

FICA-OASDI

Federal Insurance Contributions Act - Old Age, Survivors And Disability Insurance, a U.S. payroll tax funding Social Security and Medicare.

Maximum Earnings Limit

The upper threshold of income that can be taxed for specific purposes, such as Social Security, beyond which no additional taxes are levied on income.

FICA Taxes

Federal taxes in the United States that fund Social Security and Medicare, required to be withheld from employees' paychecks and also paid by employers.

Allowances

Amounts set aside for adjustments or reductions in the value of accounts or inventories, often for potential bad debts or depreciation.