Laura has decided that she wants to build enough retirement wealth that, if invested at 6.50% per year (compounded monthly), will provide her with $3,500 of monthly income for 25 years. To date,she has saved nothing, but she still has 30 years until she retires. How much money does Laura need to contribute per month to reach her goal? $468.60 $536.90 $415.65 $573.10 $390.86

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Laura has decided that she wants to build enough retirement wealth that, if invested at 6.50% per year (compounded monthly),
will provide her with $3,500 of monthly income for 25 years. To date,she has saved nothing, but she still has 30 years until she
retires. How much money does Laura need to contribute per month to reach her goal?
$468.60
$536.90
$415.65
$573.10
$390.86
Transcribed Image Text:Laura has decided that she wants to build enough retirement wealth that, if invested at 6.50% per year (compounded monthly), will provide her with $3,500 of monthly income for 25 years. To date,she has saved nothing, but she still has 30 years until she retires. How much money does Laura need to contribute per month to reach her goal? $468.60 $536.90 $415.65 $573.10 $390.86
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