Which of the Following Investments Would Have the Highest Future

question 61

Multiple Choice

Which of the following investments would have the highest future value at the end of 10 years? Assume that the effective annual rate for all investments is the same and is greater than zero.

• A) Investment A pays $250 at the beginning of every year for the next 10 years (a total of 10 payments).
• B) Investment B pays $125 at the end of every 6-month period for the next 10 years (a total of 20 payments).
• C) Investment C pays $125 at the beginning of every 6-month period for the next 10 years (a total of 20 payments).
• D) Investment D pays $2,500 at the end of 10 years (just one payment).
• E) Investment E pays $250 at the end of every year for the next 10 years (a total of 10 payments).

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Definitions:

Competitive Markets

Markets in which multiple firms offer products or services and compete for customers, characterized by the freedom to enter or exit the market based on profitability and demand.

Parity Ratio

Parity ratio is a measure used in economics to compare the value of one aspect of the market or economy to another, often used in analyses of exchange rates and price levels.

Prices Paid

The actual amount of money exchanged for goods or services.

Prices Received

Prices received pertain to the amount of money sellers get in exchange for their goods or services in the market.