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the International Monetary Fund is trying to raise $1,200 billion in 5 years for

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Question

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Explanation / Answer

Amount= Principle*(1+R/100)^t

Amount = 1,200 billion dollars

R = 12/4 = 3% = 0.03 (per quater)

t = 4 *5 = 20

So, 1200 = Principle*(1+0.03)^20

Principle = 1200/(1.03)^20 = 664.41 billion dollars.