An economist predicts that the buying power \( B(x) \) of a dollar \( x \) years from now will decrease according to the formula \( B(x)=0.81^{x} \). How much will today's dollar be worth in 7 years? Round the answer to the nearest cent. A. \( \$ 5.67 \) B. \( \$ 0.23 \) C. \( \$ 0.86 \) D. \( \$ 4.84 \)

Sharapova Wholesalers offers Umhlanga Traders credit terms of 30 days but the wholesaler will allow a discount of \( 2 \% \) if the account is settled in full within 12 days Use the information given above to determine the cost to Umhlanga Traders (as a percentage) of

(b) A dealer purchased some goods marked at ₹ 2,000 at a discount of \( 20 \% \) and \( 5 \% \). He sells the same at a discount of \( 15 \% \) and \( 5 \% \). Find the amount of gain or loss to him.

Using examples, discuss the main users of financial statements?

se a separate plece of A4 paper and do the following calculations (use a colculator to hatp ou): Calculate the final amount which I shall have available if I invest \( R 8000 \) for 5 years at \( 11 \% \) p.a. simple interest.

"In addition, she said banks operating in Africa need to have a more end-to-end approach to risk management, considering bankability at all stages." As a followe up to Question 1 above and in addition to the solutions recommended in the anticle, recornmend how Southern African financial institutions can improve their risk management strategy.