Al,Ralph,and Stan Are All Intending to Retire

question 179

Multiple Choice

Al,Ralph,and Stan are all intending to retire.Each currently has $1 million in assets.Al will earn 16% interest and retire in two years.Ralph will earn 8% interest and retire in four years.Stan will earn 4% interest and retire in eight years.Who will have the largest sum when he retires?

• A)Al
• B)Ralph
• C)Stan
• D)They all retire with the same amount.

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Definitions:

Restrictive

Imposing limitations or conditions on use, action, or movement.

Bearer Instrument

A negotiable financial instrument that is payable to the holder or presenter.

HDC

Stands for Holder in Due Course, a term in commercial law referring to an individual who has acquired a negotiable instrument in good faith and for value, therefore, has certain protections.

Promissory Note

A written promise to pay a specified sum of money to a designated person at a specified date or on demand.