1. Lee Associates borrowed $60,000. The company plans to set up a sinking fund that will pay back the loan at the end of 12 years. Assuming a rate of 8% compounded semiannually, the amount to be paid into the fund each period is.

2. Roger Fox made deposits of $900 semiannually to Reed Bank, which pays 6% interest compounded semiannually. After seven years Roger made no more deposits. What will be the balance in the account eight years after the last deposit?

3. Jim Hunter has decided to retire to Florida in 10 years. What amount should Jim invest today so that he will be able to withdraw $25,000 at the end of each year for 30 years after he retires? Assume he can invest money at 9% interest compounded annually.

4. Given: $140.10 per month; cash price $5,600; down payment $0 Cash or trade months with bank-approved credit; amount financed $5,600 Finance charge $2,806