Melvin Indecision has difficulty deciding whether to put his savings in Mystic Bank or Four Rivers Bank.  Mystic offers 10% interest compounded semiannually.  Four Rivers offers 8% interest compounded quarterly.  Melvin has $10,000 to invest.  He expects to withdraw the money at the end of 4 years.  Which bank gives Melvin the better deal?

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Melvin Indecision has difficulty deciding whether to put his savings in Mystic Bank or Four Rivers Bank.  Mystic offers 10% interest compounded semiannually.  Four Rivers offers 8% interest compounded quarterly.  Melvin has $10,000 to invest.  He expects to withdraw the money at the end of 4 years.  Which bank gives Melvin the better deal? 

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