The Present Value of $500,000 Received in 4 Years at 7

question 108

Multiple Choice

The present value of $500,000 received in 4 years at 7 percent interest is approximately:

• A)$381,448.
• B)$655,398.
• C)$344,682.
• D)None of these are true.

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