A couple will retire in 40 years; they plan to spend about $39,000 a year...

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A couple will retire in 40 years; they plan to spend about $39,000 a year in retirement, which should last about 20 years. They believe that they can earn 8% interest on retirement savings.

a. If they make annual payments into a savings plan, how much will they need to save each year? Assume the first payment comes in 1 year. (Do not round intermediate calculations. Round your answer to 2 decimal places.)

b. How would the answer to part (a) change if the couple also realize that in 15 years they will need to spend $69,000 on their childs college education? (Do not round intermediate calculations. Round your answer to 2 decimal places.)

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