The Caldwell Herald newspaper reported the following story: Frank Ormsby of Caldwell is the state’s newest millionaire. By choosing the six winning numbers on last week’s state lottery, Mr. Ormsby has won the week’s grand prize totaling $1.1 million. The State Lottery Commission has indicated that Mr. Ormsby will receive his prize in 20 annual installments of $55,000 each. Click here to view Exhibit 11B-1 and Exhibit 11B-2, to determine the appropriate discount factor(s) using tables. Required:
1. If Mr. Ormsby can invest money at a 11% rate of return, what is the present value of his winnings? (Use the appropriate table to determine the discount factor(s).)
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