PLZ PLZ HELP

1. Ben has won a $1,000,000 grand prize in a contest. The organizers have offered him 2 payment options and he requires advice on which option is better.

   Option 1: To receive $500,000 now and for the next 10 years, receive $50,000 per year.

   Option 2: To receive $300,000 in Year 3, $400,000 in Year 6 and $300,000 in Year 10.

   Assuming that he is able to earn 6% per year on his investments, which option should be selected? Show all relevant calculations.

2. It is 1st Jan and Meliza has yet to find a boyfriend. However, she is planning for a grand wedding at the end of 5 years. She has decided that her wedding will require $150,000.

   Starting at the end of this year and for the following 4 years, her job allows her to deposit $20,000, $22,000, $23,000, $24,000 and $25,000 into her savings account.

   Assuming the savings account has an interest rate of 4% p.a., will Meliza achieve her goal for her wedding?