You Are Looking to Invest Some Money and Are Comparing

question 94

Multiple Choice

You are looking to invest some money and are comparing bank rates. Bank A has a quoted rate of8.1% compounded semi-annually, while Bank B has a quoted rate of 8% compounded monthly. Which bank provides the better investment opportunity?

• A) Cannot be determined with the limited information provided
• B) Bank B
• C) They have the same equivalent rates
• D) Bank A

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