Answer:
You need to deposit $58,481.53 today.
Step-by-step explanation:
a) Data and Calculations:
Future value expected = $125,000
Period of investment = 7 years
Interest rate = 11% compounded quarterly
The amount of deposit needed today to earn $125,000 in 7 years at annual interest rate of 11% is calculated as follows:
N (# of periods) 28
I/Y (Interest per year) 11
PMT (Periodic Payment) 0
FV (Future Value) 125000
Results
PV = $58,481.53
Total Interest $66,518.47