If Jim Wants $25,000 in Five Years and Can Earn

question 40

Multiple Choice

If Jim wants $25,000 in five years and can earn an 8% interest rate, how much does he need to invest today?

• A) $16,108
• B) $17,025
• C) $15,158
• D) $17,829

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