Sindee Wants to Make an Investment That Will Have a Real

question 51

Multiple Choice

Sindee wants to make an investment that will have a real growth rate of 9%. If the current inflation rate is 1.97%, what annual interest rate will she need to get on her investment to accomplish her goal?

• A) 8.50%
• B) 7.63%
• C) 11.15%
• D) 12.82%

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