An Investment Guarantees to Return a Minimum of 8% Compounded

question 26

Short Answer

An investment guarantees to return a minimum of 8% compounded annually for 12 years. What is the total present value of 12 annual withdrawals of $3,500 each? Use Tables 23-2A and 23-2B or a calculator.​

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