E6.16 (LO 3) (Retirement of Debt) Ricky Fowler borrowed $70,000 on March 1, 2018. This amount plus accrued interest at 6% compounded semiannually is to be repaid March 1, 2028. To retire this debt, Ricky plans to contribute to a debt retirement fund five equal amounts starting on March 1, 2023, and for the next 4 years. The fund is expected to earn 5% per annum.

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How much must be contributed each year by Ricky Fowler to provide a fund sufficient to retire the debt on March 1, 2028?