Problema Solution
What is the future value of $500 per year for 10 years compounded annually at 5%
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The following values are given:
P = $500 is the principle
i = 0.05 or 5% annual rate
t = 10 years
A = is the future value that we want find
The formula for the future value is:
A = P(1 + i)^t
We plug the values in the formula to find the future value:
A = 500(1 + 0.05)^10
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A = $814.45
The future value of $500 per year for 10 years compounded annually at 5% is $814.45.