Math Problem Statement
- You are a wealthy individual that wants to donate money to your alma mater. You are also an animal lover, so you want to endow your alma mater with a laboratory that studies the dreams of dogs and cats. You want to ensure that this laboratory has $100,000 a year forever. This is an example of what?
- The money that you will donate will earn 9% on the investment. How much must you donate to endure this endowment?
Solution
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Finance
Perpetuities
Present Value
Formulas
Present value of a perpetuity formula: PV = A / r
Theorems
Perpetuity Theorem
Suitable Grade Level
University Level / Advanced High School
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