Angela Contreras is trying to determine the amount to set aside so that she will have enough

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Angela Contreras is trying to determine the amount to set aside so that she will have enough money on hand in 2 years to overhaul the engine on her vintage used car. While there is some uncertainty about the cost of engine overhauls in 2 years, by conducting some research online, Angela has developed the following estimates
Engine Overhaul Estimated Cash Outflow Probability Assessment
$200.................................................................................10%
450...................................................................................30%
600...................................................................................50%
750...................................................................................10%
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How much should Angela Contreras deposit today in an account earning 6%, compounded annually, so that she will have enough money on hand in 2 years to pay for the overhaul?
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Intermediate Accounting IFRS

ISBN: 978-1119372936

3rd edition

Authors: Donald E. Kieso, Jerry J. Weygandt, Terry D. Warfield

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