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9. Jason has a choice of receiving $20,000 next year (time 1) or $25,000 in two years (time 2). If the discount rate is 6%,

9. Jason has a choice of receiving $20,000 next year (time 1) or $25,000 in two years (time 2). If the discount rate is 6%, which choice has a higher present value? Write your solution method along with your answer on the answer sheet. (6 points)

PV A = 20000/1.06 = 18,867.93

PV B = 25000/1.062= 22,249.91

Choice B has higher PV

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