The CFO of Marta Aaraña Cement Industries knows that many of the diesel-fueled systems in its quarries must be replaced at an estimated cost of $20 million 10 years from now. A fund for these replacements has been established with the commitment of $1 million at the end of next year (year 1) with 10% increases through the 10th year. If the fund earns at 5.25% per year, will the company have enough to pay for the replacements? Solve using (a) tabulated factors, and (b) a spreadsheet.
The CFO of Marta Aaraña Cement Industries knows that many of the diesel-fueled systems in its quarries must be replaced at an estimated cost of $20 million 10 years from now. A fund for these replacements has been established with the commitment of $1 million at the end of next year (year 1) with 10% increases through the 10th year. If the fund earns at 5.25% per year, will the company have enough to pay for the replacements? Solve using (a) tabulated factors, and (b) a spreadsheet.
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The CFO of Marta Aaraña Cement Industries knows that many of the diesel-fueled systems in its quarries must be replaced at an estimated cost of $20 million 10 years from now. A fund for these replacements has been established with the commitment of $1 million at the end of next year (year 1) with 10% increases through the 10th year. If the fund earns at 5.25% per year, will the company have enough to pay for the replacements? Solve using (a) tabulated factors, and (b) a spreadsheet.
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