FINANCIAL ACCOUNTING
FINANCIAL ACCOUNTING
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ISBN: 9781259964947
Author: Libby
Publisher: MCG
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E6.21 (LO 5) (Expected Cash Flows and Present Value) Angela Contreras is trying to
determine the amount to set aside so that she will have enough money on hand in 2 years to
overhaul the engine on her vintage used car. While there is some uncertainty about the cost of
engine overhauls in 2 years, by conducting some research online, Angela has developed the
following estimates.
Engine Overhaul Estimated Cash Outflow Probability Assessment
$200
10%
450
30%
600
50%
750
10%
Instructions
How much should Angela Contreras deposit today in an account earning 6%, compounded
annually, so that she will have enough money on hand in 2 years to pay for the overhaul?
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Transcribed Image Text:E6.21 (LO 5) (Expected Cash Flows and Present Value) Angela Contreras is trying to determine the amount to set aside so that she will have enough money on hand in 2 years to overhaul the engine on her vintage used car. While there is some uncertainty about the cost of engine overhauls in 2 years, by conducting some research online, Angela has developed the following estimates. Engine Overhaul Estimated Cash Outflow Probability Assessment $200 10% 450 30% 600 50% 750 10% Instructions How much should Angela Contreras deposit today in an account earning 6%, compounded annually, so that she will have enough money on hand in 2 years to pay for the overhaul?
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