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Present value of an annuity Consider the following case. (Click on the icon located on the top-right corner of the data table below in order to copy its contents into a spreadsheet.)
Amount of annuity |
Interest rate |
Period (years) |
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$58,000 |
5% |
6 |
a. Calculate the present value of the annuity assuming that it is
1) An ordinary annuity.
(2) An annuity due.
b. Compare your findings in parts a(1) and a(2).
All else being identical, which type of annuitylong dash—ordinary or annuity duelong dash—is preferable? Explain why.
The present value of the ordinary annuity is $_____
Ordinary annuity:
Ordinary annuity $294,390.14.
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Annuity due:
Annuity due is $309,109.65.
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Annuity due is preferable.
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In case of Annuity due payments begin from the beginning of the period but in case of ordinary annuity payment begins at the end of the year.