Response to the following problem:
Investments in the stock market have increased at an average compound rate of about 5% since 1919. It is now 2012.
a. If you invested $1,000 in the stock market in 1919, how much would that investment be worth today? (Do not round intermediate calculations. Round your answer to 2 decimal places.) Investment $ ____________
b. If your investment in 1919 has grown to $1 million, how much did you invest in 1919? (Do not round intermediate calculations. Round your answer to 2 decimal places.)
What is present value __________ Present value $
Referencesebook & resources eBook: Future Values and Compound InteresteBook: Present Values
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