Learning Objectives . Identify TVM subjects in current media. . Recognize the widespread use (abuse) of Time Value of Money techniques. Critique public statements for proper use of TVM. Due Dates Original discussion postings are due by Tuesday, May 24th at 11:59 PM (AZ time). Replies are due by Wednesday, May 25th at 11:59 PM (AZ time). Assignment Overview There are many times in public discussion that financial projections and forecasts are presented. For example, in the very recent news there have been stories about the value of baseball player free agent contracts, the amount of savings coming from the budget negotiations, and the size of the MegaMillions or Powerball lottery jackpot. However, many times the discussion ignores or misapplies the lessons taught by the Time Value of Money ideas in Finance. In this discussion board exercise, we will identify media articles that include Time Value of Money discussion and critique these articles. Process 1. Perform a search for news stories (within the past three years) with a public or private Finance orientation. Potential Sources: Wall Street Journal, Economist, New York Times, local newspaper, Forbes, Fortune, Business week. 2. Find a story which uses the phrase "present value," "discounted value" or simply makes a statement about multi-year expenditures, savings, or income. 3. Critique the article as to appropriate use (or lack thereof) of TVM ideas as discussed in Chapter 5 of the textbook. 4. Post a one-page synopsis of the article and its use of TVM on the discussion board. A link to or citation of the article would be a good addition to your analysis. Important: Please use your first and last name as the subject. Learning Objectives . Identify TVM subjects in current media. . Recognize the widespread use (abuse) of Time Value of Money techniques. Critique public statements for proper use of TVM. Due Dates Original discussion postings are due by Tuesday, May 24th at 11:59 PM (AZ time). Replies are due by Wednesday, May 25th at 11:59 PM (AZ time). Assignment Overview There are many times in public discussion that financial projections and forecasts are presented. For example, in the very recent news there have been stories about the value of baseball player free agent contracts, the amount of savings coming from the budget negotiations, and the size of the MegaMillions or Powerball lottery jackpot. However, many times the discussion ignores or misapplies the lessons taught by the Time Value of Money ideas in Finance. In this discussion board exercise, we will identify media articles that include Time Value of Money discussion and critique these articles. Process 1. Perform a search for news stories (within the past three years) with a public or private Finance orientation. Potential Sources: Wall Street Journal, Economist, New York Times, local newspaper, Forbes, Fortune, Business week. 2. Find a story which uses the phrase "present value," "discounted value" or simply makes a statement about multi-year expenditures, savings, or income. 3. Critique the article as to appropriate use (or lack thereof) of TVM ideas as discussed in Chapter 5 of the textbook. 4. Post a one-page synopsis of the article and its use of TVM on the discussion board. A link to or citation of the article would be a good addition to your analysis. Important: Please use your first and last name as the subject