Which value is higher? a) $1,000 today or b) $10,000 in 20 years if the interest rate is 12%.

What will be an ideal response?


a) 1,000; b) $10,000 x 10.37 = $1,037

The present value of b) $1,037 is greater than the present value of a) $1,000.

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