If inflation is running at 8% how much total return would an investment need to maintain the account's purchasing power? At least 8% 5% 8% 10%
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In this case, the inflation rate is 8%. Therefore, the investment needs to have a total return of at least 8% to maintain the account's purchasing power. Show more…
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