Edward wants to take a long trip around Europe 7 years from now. He estimates that he will need $12,000 to finance the trip. Edward has found a stock portfolio that generates a 8% yearly rate of return. How much does Edward need to invest today to afford the trip? Round to the nearest dollar, do not enter a dollar sign.

Edward wants to take a long trip around Europe 7 years from now. He estimates that he will need $12,000 to finance the trip. Edward has found a stock portfolio that generates a 8% yearly rate of return. How much does Edward need to invest today to afford the trip? Round to the nearest dollar, do not enter a dollar sign.

Essentials of Economics (MindTap Course List)

8th Edition

ISBN:9781337091992

Author:N. Gregory Mankiw

Publisher:N. Gregory Mankiw

Chapter19: The Basic Tools Of Finance

Section: Chapter Questions

Problem 1CQQ

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