National Research Council Is Considering the Establishment of $2 Million

question 164

Multiple Choice

National Research Council is considering the establishment of $2 million endowment held in perpetuity of a Visiting Professor chair at UOIT. The ongoing cost will be $12 500 at the end of each month. What monthly compounded nominal rate of return must be earned to fully fund the position?

• A) 0.625%
• B) 6.25%
• C) 0.075%
• D) 7.5%
• E) 6%

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Definitions:

Foreign-Currency Exchange

The process of exchanging one currency for another, enabling international trade and finance.

Real Exchange Rate

A measure comparing the relative price levels of a basket of goods between two countries, adjusted for differences in price levels.

Real Interest Rate

The interest rate that has been adjusted to remove the effects of inflation to reflect the true cost of funds to the borrower and the real yield to the lender.

Foreign Demand

The desire and willingness to purchase goods and services from another country, influenced by factors like exchange rates and economic conditions.