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using excel functions
Using Table 13.1, (a) find the value of an investment after 4 years on an ordinary annuity of $5,000 made semiannually at 4%; and (b) recalculate, assuming an annuity due.
Wally Beaver won a lottery and will receive a check for $2,500 at the beginning of each 6 months for the next 6 years. If Wally deposits each check into an account that pays 6%, how much will he have at the end of the 6 years?
Today Arrow Company issued bonds that will mature to a value of $120,000 in 20 years. Arrow’s controller is planning to set up a sinking fund. Interest rates are 6% compounded semiannually. What will Arrow Company have to set aside to meet its obligation in 10 years? Check your answer. Your answer will be off due to rounding of Table 13.3.
1)
a)
Hence value of an investment is 42,914.85
b)
Hence value of an investment is 43,773.14