Jacob's Friend, Albert, Borrows Today with a Promise to Repay

question 10

Multiple Choice

Jacob's friend, Albert, borrows today with a promise to repay $7,418.87 in four years. If Jacob could earn 5.45 percent annually on the any investment he makes today, how much would he be willing to lend Albert today? (Round to nearest dollar.)

• A) $6,000
• B) $7,035
• C) $6,500
• D) $7,150

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