If the Government Owes $3,500 Billion and Then Borrows $300

question 16

Multiple Choice

If the government owes $3,500 billion and then borrows $300 billion more this year,

• A)the debt is $300 billion and the deficit is $3.8 trillion
• B)the debt is $3,800 billion and the deficit is $300 billion
• C)the debt is $4,100 billion
• D)the deficit is $3,800 billion
• E)both the debt and the deficit are $3.8 trillion

Calculate the maturity value of investments and loans using simple interest rates.

Determine equivalent payment values and settle obligations in financial transactions considering the time value of money.

Analyze and apply the concept of discount rates in financial decisions.

Calculate interest earned on term deposits and savings accounts.

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