You are the vice president of finance for a manufacturer of scuba diving gear. The company is planning a major plant expansion in 5 years. You have decided to start a sinking fund to accumulate the funds necessary for the project. Your company's investments yield 12% compounded quarterly. It is estimated that $3,000,000 in today's dollars will be required; however, the inflation rate on construction costs and plant equipment is expected to average 7% per year for the next 5