Nino Plans to Initially Contribute $10,000 and Increase His Yearly

question 6

Multiple Choice

Nino plans to initially contribute $10,000 and increase his yearly contributions by 2% each year for 15 years. If the rate of interest is 4% compounded annually, determine how much the investment will be worth in 15 years.

• A) $227,537.58
• B) $229,537.58
• C) $231,537.58
• D) $233,537.58
• E) $235,537.58

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