An investment opportunity requires that you deposit $1000 a year for 5 years. At the end of this time you will receive $500 a year for 10 years. Is this a good deal if the interest rate available on other deposits is 5%?

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An investment opportunity requires that you deposit $1000 a year for 5 years. At the end of this time you will receive $500 a year for 10 years. Is this a good deal if the interest rate available on other deposits is 5%?

 
 
 
 
 
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