Math Problem Statement
A small business owner contributes $4,000 at the end of each quarter to a retirement account that earns 10% compounded quarterly.
(a) How long will it be until the account is worth at least $150,000? (Round your answer UP to the nearest quarter.)
____ quarters
(b) Suppose when the account reaches $150,000, the business owner increases the contributions to $6,000 at the end of each quarter. What will the total value of the account be after 15 more years? (Round your answer to the nearest dollar.) $ _____
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Compound Interest
Future Value of Annuity
Time Value of Money
Formulas
Future Value Formula for Compound Interest
Future Value Formula for Annuity
Theorems
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Suitable Grade Level
High School
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