a.
To Determine: The least amount the claim (present value) will be sold if the interest rate is (1) 6%, (2) 9% and (3) 12%.
Introduction: The discount rate is termed as a
b.
To Determine: The least amount the claim (present value) will be sold when the payment is received in 15 years if the interest rate is (1) 6%, (2) 9% and (3) 12%.
c.
To discuss: The results on the findings from parts (a) and (b) and the effect of both the size of rate and time till receipt of payment.
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