Pronghorn invested $270000 she received from her grandmother today in a fund that is expected to earn 6% per annum. To what amount should the investment grow in five years if interest is compounded semi-annually?

Conor is 21 years old and just started working after college. he has opened a retirement account that pays 2.5% interest compounded monthly. he plans on making monthly deposits of $200. how much will he have in the account when he reaches 591 years of age?

The quinoa seed is in high demand in wealthier countries such as the u.s. and japan. approximately 97% of all quinoa production comes from small farmers in bolivia and peru who farm at high elevations—8,000 feet or higher. the seed is considered highly nutritious. mostly grown and harvested in bolivia and peru, and sold to markets in other countries, the seed is now considered an important for these nations. the governments of bolivia and peru are hopeful that this product will increase the quality of life of their farmers.

If the price of walnuts rises, many people would switch from consuming walnuts to consuming pecans. but if the price of salt rises, people would have difficulty purchasing something to use in its place. these examples illustrate the importance of