You are wishing to accumulate $15,000 for an expedition in 5 years' time. In order to do it, you will make 10 equal deposits (half yearly) with the first deposit today. If you earn 5.7% per annum compounding twice yearly, what deposit will be needed? (round to nearest cent)

Select one:

a.$1281.01

b.$1317.52

c.$653.49

d.$2532.58