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Megan Brink is offered the possibility of investing $6,651 today at 6% interest per year in a desire to accumulate $10,000. How many years must Brink wait to accumulate $10,000

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Answer:

Megan Brink

Brink must wait 6 years to accumulate $10,000 with a present value investment of $6,651.

Step-by-step explanation:

a) Data and Calculations:

Present value of investment = $6,651

Future value of the investment = $10,000

Interest rate per year = 6%

b) Using an online calculator:

You will need to invest 6.028 periods to reach the future value of $10,000.00.

FV (Future Value) $9,999.99

PV (Present Value) $6,651.00

N (Number of Periods) 6.028

I/Y (Interest Rate) 7.000%

PMT (Periodic Payment) $0.00

Starting Investment $6,651.00

Total Principal $6,651.00

Total Interest $3,348.99

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