A lottery promises a $250,000 prize. But the prize money is paid out in $50,000 annual installments with the first installment received today. The winner is offered the option of an immediate lump-sum payment. If the interest rate remains at 10 percent for the entire period, what is the smallest amount the winner should accept?

A. $189,540
B. $192,970
C. $208,494
D. $225,000


Answer: C

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