Michael Peterson Is Seeking to Accumulate $25,000 in Six Years

question 27

Multiple Choice

Michael Peterson is seeking to accumulate $25,000 in six years to invest in a real estate venture. He can earn 6.35 percent annual interest with monthly compounding in a private investment. How much will he have to invest today to reach his goal? (Round to the nearest dollar.)

• A) $18,527
• B) $23,015
• C) $17,097
• D) $19,648

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