Merle Fonda Opened a New Savings Account

question 33

Multiple Choice

Merle Fonda opened a new savings account. She deposited $40,000 at 10% compounded semiannually. At the start of the fourth year, Merle deposits an additional $20,000 that is also compounded semiannually at 10%. At the end of six years, the balance in Merle's account is (use the tables in the handbook) :

• A)$73,604.00
• B)$53,604.00
• C)$80,406.00
• D)$98,636.72
• E)None of these

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Lower Prices

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