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An Individual Wants to Have $57,000 Per Year to Live

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An individual wants to have $57,000 per year to live on when she retires in 27 years. The individual is planning on living for 23 years after retirement. If the investor can earn 6.2% during her retirement years and 9.10% during her working years, how much should she be saving during her working life? (Hint: Treat all calculations as annuities.)

Recognize that economic growth is reflected by an outward shift in the PPF and understand factors contributing to such growth.

Understand why the PPF is typically bowed-out due to the varying adaptability of resources in the production of different goods.

Understand the concept of mixed economy and how resources are allocated in such an economy.

Grasp the principle of rational decision-making and opportunity cost.

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