Problem Set 2 Deadline: Sept. 02,2020, 12mn Mathematics of Investment
Problem Set 2 Deadline: Sept. 02,2020, 12mn Mathematics of Investment
Problem Set 2 Deadline: Sept. 02,2020, 12mn Mathematics of Investment
2. Manuel is borrowing ₱35, 000 from a bank that charges a discount rate at 8%. If Manuel
received ₱30, 000 from the bank, find the term. (4pts)
3. On January 12, Chimmy applied for a ₱80, 000 loan. After deducting the interest in
advance, he received ₱77, 000. If the loan is to be repaid at the end of 6 months, at what
discount rate was interest charged? (6pts)
4. Suppose that ₱5, 000 is due at the end of 9 months and is discounted to the present date at
8% simple discount. Find the equivalent simple interest rate that will produce the same
present value. (6pts)
5. A loan of ₱25, 000 was repaid by the end of two years at 8% simple interest. What is the
equivalent discount rate on the loan? (5pts)
6. Find the present value of ₱24, 000 for 2 years at: (5pts)