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If Sarah invests $1,000 today, what will it be worth in 40 years if she can earn 12% interest per year

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Answer:

$93,050.97

Step-by-step explanation:

P = $1,000

N = 40 years

I = 12% annually

Future value = P*(1+i)^n

Future value = $1,000*(1+0.12)^40

Future value = $1,000*(1.12)^40

Future value = $1,000*93.050970

Future value = $93,050.97

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