The Solution to This Problem Requires Time Value of Money

question 177

Multiple Choice

The solution to this problem requires time value of money calculations.Reference to Tables 9-1 through 9-4 in the text is necessary to complete the calculations. If Shidan has $5,000 to invest and wants to have $10,000 at the end of 9 years, what compounded interest rate must she get on her money (assume annual compounding) ?

• A) 5%
• B) 6%
• C) 7%
• D) 8%

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