Currently, Robert has $500,000 to invest for 2 years. He has two options to choose from: Invest the money in a savings account earning interest at the annual rate of 6% compounded monthly. Invest the money in a certificate of deposit (CD) paying interest at the annual rate of 6.12% compounded quarterly; Which is the better choice?
Currently, Robert has $500,000 to invest for 2 years. He has two options to choose from: Invest the money in a savings account earning interest at the annual rate of 6% compounded monthly. Invest the money in a certificate of deposit (CD) paying interest at the annual rate of 6.12% compounded quarterly; Which is the better choice?
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Currently, Robert has $500,000 to invest for 2 years. He has two options to choose from:
- Invest the money in a savings account earning interest at the annual rate of 6% compounded monthly.
- Invest the money in a certificate of deposit (CD) paying interest at the annual rate of 6.12% compounded quarterly;
- Which is the better choice?
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