A Computer Was Purchased in 1996 for $2500

question 81

Multiple Choice

A computer was purchased in 1996 for $2500. Its value in current dollars depreciates steadily at a rate of 30% per year. What will the computer's value be at the beginning of 2003?

• A) $205.89
• B) $301.20
• C) $420.87
• D) $580.26

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