Asked by Ravneet Dhillon on May 19, 2024

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Amanda Nelson wants to buy a new car 3 years from now. In addition to trading in her current car, she estimates that she will need an additional $8,000. Compute the amount that Amanda must invest now if she can earn 5% compounded quarterly. (Use Tables 16-1A&B or 16-2A&B or a calculator.)​

Compounded Quarterly

The process where interest is calculated and added to the principal sum of an investment or loan on a quarterly basis, leading to an increase in the amount of interest earned over time.

Future Value

The future value of a current asset on a certain date, estimated based on a projected growth or return rate.

  • Master the fundamentals of present value and explore its significance in relation to future investments.
  • Understand how to operate financial tables and calculators for the purpose of computing future values and compound interest.
  • Acquire proficiency in calculating the present value of anticipated future investment requirements.
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Alvini GivensMay 24, 2024
Final Answer :
0.05 ¸ 4 = 0.0125; 4 ´ 3 = 12;
$8,000 ´ 0.86151 = $6,892.08 invest now​