Math Problem Statement
Hale College predicts that in 10 years it will take $200,000 to attend the college for four years. Hailey has a substantial amount of cash and wishes to invest a lump sum of money for her child’s college fund. How much should Hailey put aside in an account with an APR of 12% compounded monthly in order to have $200,000 in the account in 10 years? Round your answer to the nearest cent, if necessary.
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Compound Interest
Exponential Growth
Financial Mathematics
Formulas
Present Value Formula: P = A / (1 + r/n)^(nt)
Theorems
Compound Interest Theorem
Suitable Grade Level
Grades 10-12
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