CONTEMP.FINANCIAL MGMT. (LL)-W/MINDTAP
CONTEMP.FINANCIAL MGMT. (LL)-W/MINDTAP
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ISBN: 9780357292877
Author: MOYER
Publisher: CENGAGE L
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Chapter 5, Problem 1QTD
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To discuss: Whether person X would prefer the proceeds from a 2 year investment pays 5% simple interest or from one paying 5% compound interest.

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Person X views that, he should prefer the investment that pays 5% compound interest annually, because in case of compound interest, he will receive interest not only interest on principal amount but also interest on interest for previous years.

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