Don Turned 60 Years Old Today and Has Retired from Hydro

question 34

Essay

Don turned 60 years old today and has retired from Hydro One. Current economic value of his pension is his significant asset. He will be receiving pension payments of $7000 at the end of each month. Based on a 22-year life expectancy and money worth 8% compounded semi-annually, calculate the current economic value of Don's pension.

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