Answer:
Explanation:
The main goal is to compare these two based on the same terms; present values. Find the present value of $500 today by discounting it using 10% interest rate over two years.
PV = FV/ (1+r)^n
where FV = Future value = $500
r = discount rate = 10% or 0.10 as a decimal
n = total duration of investment = 2
PV = $500/(1+0.10)^2
PV = $500/1.21
PV = $413.22
Since you are basing the decision on what you would rather pay, you would want a lower pay amount. The $425 is already in its present value terms and it is more expensive. Therefore, you would prefer to pay $500 in two years.
