Steve plans on studying in Montreal for 3 years and wish to rent an apartment. The rent is $1,000 per month in the first year, and will increase by 5% in year 2 and then again year 3. His father would like to give him enough money today so he can pay his rent for all three years, how much should he give him if the quoted rate on Steve’s account is 5% per year compounded monthly.

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Steve plans on studying in Montreal for 3 years and wish to rent an apartment. The rent is $1,000 per month in the first year, and will increase by 5% in year 2 and then again year 3. His father would like to give him enough money today so he can pay his rent for all three years, how much should he give him if the quoted rate on Steve’s account is 5% per year compounded monthly.

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