Mrs Vandenberg Has Just Deposited $5,000 in Each of Three

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Mrs. Vandenberg has just deposited $5,000 in each of three savings plans for her grandchildren. They will have access to the accumulated funds on their 19^th birthdays. Their current ages are 12 years, 7 months (Donna); 10 years, 3 months (Tim); and 7 years, 11 months (Gary). If the plans earn 8% compounded monthly, what amount will each grandchild receive at age 19?

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Definitions:

Few Firms

In markets characterized by few firms, also known as oligopolies, a small number of companies dominate the industry, leading to limited competition.

Prime Rate

The interest rate that banks charge their most creditworthy customers, often used as a benchmark in lending rates.

Covert Collusion

A secret agreement between firms to fix prices or divide the market to limit competition, which is illegal in many jurisdictions.

Oligopolist

A market participant in an oligopoly, a market structure with a small number of firms dominating the industry.