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What annual rate of return would Phillip have to make on his investment in order to triple his money in 5 years?
Group of answer choices
A. 12.29%
B. 24.57%
C. 11.61%
D. 25.22%
E. 18.36%
Answer is 24.57%
Amount Invested = $1
Desired Sum = $3
Time Period = 5 years
Amount Invested * (1 + Interest Rate)^Time Period = Desired
Sum
$1 * (1 + Interest Rate)^5 = $3
(1 + Interest Rate)^5 = 3
1 + Interest Rate = 1.2457
Interest Rate = 0.2457 or 24.57%
Therefore, Philip has to earn 24.57% on his investment.