An Investment of $50 Is to Be Made at the End

question 55

Multiple Choice

An investment of $50 is to be made at the end of this month and that amount is increased by 1% every month for 40 years. The investments are expected to earn 13.2% compounded monthly. What should be the total value of these investments in 40 years?

• A) $3,607,093
• B) $862,680
• C) $1,847,397
• D) $997,481
• E) $2,646,194

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