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Alainaaa8

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on: Jul 10, 2018
A zero coupon bond
 
  A)
 
  pays no annual interest.
  B)
 
  sells at face value.
  C)
 
  are a poor choice for retirement funds.
  D)
 
  depreciates in value as it matures.

Question 2

What is the Rule of 72? Why do you think the Rule of 72 came into widespread use? Give an example of where you think the rule could be useful.
 
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Reply #1 on: Jul 10, 2018
Answer to Question 1

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Answer to Question 2

Answer: The Rule of 72 is a quick method for estimating the amount of time necessary to double your money given a rate of return or, conversely the return required to double your money, given a particular time period. The rule developed prior to calculators and computers and served as a useful technique to estimate values for commodities and securities. The student should be able to identify a situation where it would be important to know the time or rate necessary to double the value of an investment.


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