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In 2006, a 50-cent piece issued in 1904 sold for $1,300. What was the rate of return on this investment? Select one: a. 9.01% b. 6.01% c. 7.01% d. 10.01% e. 8.01%
Value in 2006 = Value in 1904 * (1 + rate of return)(2006 - 1904)
$1300 = $0.50 * (1 + rate of return)102
(1 + rate of return)102 = $1300 / $0.50
(1 + rate of return)102 = 2600
(1 + rate of return) = (2600)(1 / 102)
(1 + rate of return) = 1.080140
Rate of return = 8.0140% or 8.01%