Math Problem Statement
A new father plans on saving for his daughter’s college education. He will donate $775.00 on her first birthday. After that, he will increase his donation by 6.00% each year and will make his last contribution on her 18th birthday. If he can earn 10.00% each year in his investment account, how much will his daughter’s college fund be worth on her 18th birthday?
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Compound Interest
Geometric Progression
Future Value of Investments
Formulas
Future Value (FV) = P × (1 + r)^n
Geometric Progression Formula for growing contributions
Theorems
Compound Interest Theorem
Suitable Grade Level
Grades 10-12
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