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Mr. and Mrs. Nelson hope to send their daughter to college in twelve years. How much money should they invest now at an interest rate of 9.5% per year,

compounded continuously, in order to be able to contribute $8500 to her education?
Do not round any intermediate computations, and round your answer to the nearest cent.

User Silvia H
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Answer:$9690

Explanation:

P=$8500

T=12 years

R=9.5%

P*T*R/100

8500*12*9.5/100=$9690

User Jack Gao
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