FV = PV * ert
(This is for compounded continuously)
FV = 225500
r = 0.0885
t = 8(155/365)
Then, find PV.
Devin D.
asked 03/22/20I am having a hard time understanding this and finding the answer. I need to take my exam today and would very much love some help doing this step by step. The book given in the class doesn't explain enough for me or give an example close to the question I have. Thank you in advance.
Question: Find the present value, using the present value formula and a calculator. (Round your answer to the nearest cent.)
Achieve $225,500 at 8.85% compounded continuously for 8 years, 155 days.
Formula (in book): A(1 + r/n)^-nt
FV = PV * ert
(This is for compounded continuously)
FV = 225500
r = 0.0885
t = 8(155/365)
Then, find PV.
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Devin D.
Thank you. I think that formula is much easier to work with than what the book gave me.03/22/20