A lottery prize gives the winner a choice between (1) $10,000 now and another $10,000 in 5
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A lottery prize gives the winner a choice between
(1) $10,000 now and another $10,000 in 5 years
(2) Four $6000 payments now and in 5, 10, and 15 years.
a. Which alternative should the winner choose if money can earn 3% compounded annually? In current dollars, what is the economic advantage of the preferred alternative?
b. Which alternative should the winner choose if money can earn 8.5% compounded annually? In current dollars, what is the economic advantage of the preferred alternative?
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Fundamentals Of Business Mathematics In Canada
ISBN: 9781259370151
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Authors: F. Ernest Jerome, Jackie Shemko
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