When considering whether to migrate to a particular location, one calculates the present value of living in that location. How does one best calculate the present value of living in a location?

A. Determine the starting wage one will earn in the location.
B. Sum up the annual incomes one will earn in the location.
C. Subtract one's wage in the new location from the starting wage in the current location.
D. Sum the annual discounted incomes one will earn in the location.
E. Subtract one's wage in the current location from the starting wage in the new location.


Answer: D

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