Math Problem Statement
The management of Gibraltar Brokerage Services anticipates a capital expenditure of $20,000 in 4 years for the purchase of new computers and has decided to set up a sinking fund to finance this purchase. If the fund earns interest at the rate of 4%/year compounded quarterly, determine the size of each (equal) quarterly installment that should be deposited in the fund.
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Compound Interest
Future Value of Annuity
Interest Compounding
Formulas
Future Value of Annuity formula: FV = PMT * ((1 + r)^N - 1) / r
Theorems
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Suitable Grade Level
College Level
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