SOLUTION: James and Susan wish to have 10,000 available for their wedding in 2 years. How much money should they set aside now at 6% compounded monthly in order to reach their financial goal

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Question 813904: James and Susan wish to have 10,000 available for their wedding in 2 years. How much money should they set aside now at 6% compounded monthly in order to reach their financial goal?
Answer by ewatrrr(24785) About Me  (Show Source):
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Hi,
In General A+=+P%281%2Br%2Fn%29%5E%28nt%29
A = Accumulated Amount = 10000
P= principal =
r= annual rate = .06
n= periods per year = 12
t= years = 2
10000+=+P%281%2B.06%2F12%29%5E%2812%2A2%29
10000%2F%281.005%29%5E%2824%29+=+P