Math Problem Statement
Julieta and Eric are purchasing a home. They wish to save money for 10 years and purchase a house that has a value of $170,000 with cash. If they deposit money into an account paying 7% interest, compounded monthly, how much do they need to deposit each month in order to make the purchase? Round your answer to the nearest cent, if necessary.
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Compound Interest
Annuities
Future Value Calculations
Formulas
Future Value of an Annuity: FV = P × [(1 + r/n)^(nt) - 1] / (r/n)
Rearranged formula to solve for P: P = FV × [r/n / ((1 + r/n)^(nt) - 1)]
Theorems
Annuity Formula Theorem
Suitable Grade Level
Grades 11-12 and College
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