Question

The value of a dvd player decreases by 60% each year. If you purchased this dvd player today for $180, how much would the player be worth 2 years later?

Answer 1

The formula is
A=p (1-r)^t
A future value?
P present value 180
R rate of decreases 0.6
T time 2 years
A=180×(1−0.6)^(2)
A=180×(0.4)^(2)
A=28.8