8. SELF-EMPLOYMENT Janet Becker wishes to start her Own day-care business in her home in 4 years and esti- mates that she will need $25,000 to do so. (a) What lump sum should be invested today at 5%, compounded semi- annually, to produce the needed amount? (b) How much interest will be earned?

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8. SELF-EMPLOYMENT
Janet Becker wishes to start her
Own day-care business in her home in 4 years and esti-
mates that she will need $25,000 to do so. (a) What lump
sum should be invested today at 5%, compounded semi-
annually, to produce the needed amount? (b) How much
interest will be earned?
Transcribed Image Text:8. SELF-EMPLOYMENT Janet Becker wishes to start her Own day-care business in her home in 4 years and esti- mates that she will need $25,000 to do so. (a) What lump sum should be invested today at 5%, compounded semi- annually, to produce the needed amount? (b) How much interest will be earned?
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