What Amount, Invested Today at 6% Compounded Monthly, Will Support

question 158

Multiple Choice

What amount, invested today at 6% compounded monthly, will support perpetual monthly payments of $500? The first payment will be made one month from now.

• A) $500,000
• B) $400,000
• C) $300,000
• D) $200,000
• E) $100,000

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