On January 1, 1970, Smith borrows $5,000 at the nominal annual interest rate of 4%
compounded semiannually. On January 1, 1972, Smith borrows an additional $3,000 at the
nominal annual interest rate of 5% compounded semiannually. No interest or principal
payments are made on either loan prior to 1974. On January 1, 1974, the two loans are
consolidated and subsequent interest is charged at a nominal annual rate of 6%
compounded semiannually. Smith repays the loans with level semiannual payments
beginning July 1, 1974 and ending January 1, 1980. In which of the following ranges is
the amount of each of these payments?
A Less than $900
B At least $900, but less than $925
C At least $925, but less than $950
D At least $950, but less th 075
E At least $975