In: Economics
If you wish to have $800 in a savings account at the end of 4 years, and 5% interest will be paid annually, how much should you put into the savings account now?
PV=FV*(1+i)^(-n)
PV=present value
FV=future value=800
i=interest rate =5%
n=years=4
PV=800*(1.05^(-4))
=658.16198
The amount is $658.16