A math teacher won a lottery that pays $1,000 per month for the next 20 years. But, he prefers to have the entire amount now. If the interest rate is 8%, how much will he accept? Answer in whole number.

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A math teacher won a lottery that pays $1,000 per month for the next 20 years. But, he prefers to have the entire amount now. If the interest rate is 8%, how much will he accept? Answer in whole number.

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