Discussion Post: Time Value of Money
• What is the time value of money, and why is it important?
• The processes of discounting and compounding are related. Explain this relationship.
• How would an increase in the interest rate (r) affect the future value (FV) of a sum of money? How would a decrease in the holding period (n) affect the future value (FV) of a sum of money? Explain why.
• What is an annuity? Distinguish between an annuity and a perpetuity.
The response must include a reference list. Using Times New Roman 12 pnt font, double-space, one-inch margins, and APA style of writing and citations.