You Just Inherited Some Money,and a Broker Offers to Sell

question 24

Multiple Choice

You just inherited some money,and a broker offers to sell you an annuity that pays $5,000 at the end of each year for 20 years.You could earn 5% on your money in other investments with equal risk.What is the most you should pay for the annuity?

• A)$50,753
• B)$53,424
• C)$56,236
• D)$59,195
• E)$62,311

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