Which of the Following Investments Would You Prefer

question 141

Multiple Choice

Which of the following investments would you prefer?

• A) an investment earning 6 percent for 10 years
• B) an investment earning 5 percent for 20 years
• C) an investment earning 4 percent for 30 years
• D) an investment earning 3 percent for 40 years

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