How Long Will It Take $800 to Double Itself If

question 48

Multiple Choice

How long will it take $800 to double itself if it is invested at 5% interest compounded semiannually? Please round the answer to the nearest tenth.

• A) 14.0 years
• B) 17.0 years
• C) 14.5 years
• D) 13.0 years
• E) 15.0 years

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