Ash company reported sales of $410,000 for year 1, $460,000 for year 2, and $510,000 for year 3. using year 1 as the base year, what were the percentage increases for year 2 and year 3 compared to the base year

You wish to retire in 13 years, at which time you want to have accumulated enough money to receive an annual annuity of $23,000 for 18 years after retirement. during the period before retirement you can earn 9 percent annually, while after retirement you can earn 11 percent on your money. what annual contributions to the retirement fund will allow you to receive the $23,000 annuity? use appendix c and appendix d for an approximate answer, but calculate your final answer using the formula and financial calculator methods.