What Is the Present Value of an Annuity of $4,000

question 56

Multiple Choice

What is the present value of an annuity of $4,000 received at the beginning of each year for the next eight years? The first payment will be received today,and the discount rate is 9% (round to nearest $1) .

• A) $36,288
• B) $35,712
• C) $25,699
• D) $24,132

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