Jasmine Has Two Investment Choices

question 32

Multiple Choice

Jasmine has two investment choices. Alternative 1 requires an immediate outlay of $150 000 and offers a return of $417 000 after seven years. Alternative 2 requires an immediate outlay of $180 000 in return for which $25 000 will be received at the end of every six months for the next seven years. Alternative 3 requires an immediate outlay of $200 000 in return for which $60 000 will be received at the end of every year for the next seven years. The required rate of return on investment is 6.58% compounded semi-annually. What is Jasmine's most preferred option?

• A) Alternative 1
• B) Alternative 2
• C) Alternative 3
• D) Alternative 3 or Alternative 2, as both are essentially same
• E) Alternative 1 or Alternative 2, as both are essentially same

Explain the concept of "negros de ganhos" and other social classifications of African slaves in Latin America.

Distinguish between the experiences of African slaves in mainland Latin America and the Caribbean.

Evaluate the outcomes of resistance movements by African slaves and maroons in the Caribbean.

Understand the different models of unionism and their emphasis, including efficiency, equity, and social movement aspects.

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Definitions:

External Costs

Costs that affect parties who are not directly involved in the production or consumption of a good or service, often leading to market failures.

Underproduce

The act of producing less than is demanded or expected, often leading to shortages and increased prices.

Overprice

The act of charging a price for a product or service that is higher than what is considered fair or reasonable.

Industry Curve

A graphical representation showing how the average costs of production change as the total output of an industry changes.