Sally Wants to Accumulate $11,500

question 48

Multiple Choice

Sally wants to accumulate $11,500.She makes deposits of $500 at the end of every 6 months in a fund earning interest at j₂ = 5%.It turns out that after making 18 deposits,she is still short of her goal by $306.83.What is the size of the smaller concluding deposit (drop payment) needed 6 months later in order for her to reach (or exceed) her goal of $11,500?

• A)$27.00
• B)$185.50
• C)$314.50
• D)No deposit is needed 6 months later

Understand how utility is maximized by selecting optimal combinations of goods within budget constraints.

Apply the principles of marginal utility and the marginal rate of substitution in decision-making.

Analyze the impact of changes in income and prices on the consumer's budget line and choice selections.

Interpret utility schedules to determine the best consumption bundle for a consumer.

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