The Present Value of $5,000 Per Year for Three Years

question 12

True/False

The present value of $5,000 per year for three years at 12% compounded annually is $12,009. (^{PV of $1}, ^{FV of $1}, ^{PVA of $1}, and ^{FVA of $1}) (Use appropriate factor(s) from the tables provided.)

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