A higher FICO score (a well-known measure of borrower reliability) is associated with lower interest rates. For example, the total interest paid on a $20,000 car loan over 3 years will by $2,181 for a FICO score of 660, and $1,056 for a FICO score of 760, a saving of $1,125 over the life of the loan, or $31.25 per month. If the discount rate

A76-year old female with degenerative joint disease made an appointment with an orthopedic surgeon. the patient stated she has had severe pain in her right knee for six months. she has tried physical therapy and steroid injections but has not had any relief. the surgeon has agreed to schedule a right total knee arthroplasty (knee replacement).