When Jim Retires in 8 Years, He Expects to Live

question 153

Multiple Choice

When Jim retires in 8 years, he expects to live lavishly on the money in a retirement account that is earning 9% interest, compounded semiannually.If the account now contains $152,000, how much will
Be available at retirement?

• A)$308,400.38
• B)$307,500.60
• C)$353,510.30
• D)$307,500.26
• E)$307,400.26

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