Seafarms is building a new plant where the equipment maintenance costs are expected to be $150 the first year, $200 the second year, $250 the third year, and so on. The plant is expected to have a 10-year life. Assuming the interest rate is 8% compounded annually, how much should the company plan to set aside now in order to pay for the maintenance. Show your complete solution

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