8. Saving account. Bernie invested a sum of money 5 years ago in a savings account, which has since paid interest at the rate of 8%/yr. compounded quarterly. His investment is now worth $22,289.22. How much did he originally invest?

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8. Saving account.
Bernie invested a sum of money 5 years ago in a savings account, which has since paid
interest at the rate of 8%/yr. compounded quarterly. His investment is now worth $22,289.22.
How much did he originally invest?
Transcribed Image Text:8. Saving account. Bernie invested a sum of money 5 years ago in a savings account, which has since paid interest at the rate of 8%/yr. compounded quarterly. His investment is now worth $22,289.22. How much did he originally invest?
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