2. Market size and growth rates in different countries can be influenced positively or negatively by a. the ability of management to tailor a strategy to take into consideration differences among country markets. b. which countries have the weakest foreign rivals. c. competitive rivalry that is only moderate in some countries. d. differing population sizes, cultures, income levels, infrastructure, and distribution networks among countries.

How long will it take for a \( \$ 4000 \) investment to grow to \( \$ 6000 \) at an annual rate of \( 13 \% \), compounded quarterly? Assume that no withdrawals are made. Do not round any intermediate computations, and round your answer to the nearest hundredth.

Suppose that \( \$ 6000 \) is placed in a savings account at an annual rate of \( 4.5 \% \), compounded semiannually. Assuming that no withdrawals are made, how long will it take for the account to grow to \( \$ 7500 \) ? Do not round any intermediate computations, and round your answer to the nearest hundredth. If necessary, refer to the list of financial formulas.

6. Sudhir lent \( ₹ 2,000 \) at compound interest at \( 10 \% \) payable yearly, while Prashant lent \( ₹ 2,000 \) at compound interest at \( 10 \% \) payable half-yearly. Find the difference in the interest received by Sudhir and Prashant at the end of one year.

ACADEMIC ACHIEVI 1. Lamin bought a radio worth D3000.00 on hire purchase. He pays D 600.00 as deposit. The balance is paid with an interest of \( 15 \% \), calculate a. The interest charge b. The total amount paid

6. Sudhir lent \( ₹ 2,000 \) at compound interest at \( 10 \% \) payable yearly, while Prashant lent \( ₹ 2,000 \) at compound interest at \( 10 \% \) payable half-yearly. Find the difference in the interest received by Sudhir and Prashant at the end of one year.