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Planning Retirement — Quiz

Question 8 • Financial Math

Greyson has saved $600,000 in a Roth IRA that earns an annual interest rate of 4.5% He plans to withdraw from the account each month for 20 years. If Greyson's employer had offered a 401(k) with the same interest rate, matching, and withdrawal schedule, how would the Roth IRA monthly payout compare to that of the 401(k)?

Answer
A
The Roth IRA payout would be lower, since it is tax-free but had taxed contributions.
B
The Roth IRA payout would be lower, since the 401(k) includes employer matching.
C
The Roth IRA payout would be the same as the 401(k), since both have the same balance and interest.
D
The Roth IRA payout would be higher, since withdrawals are tax-free.
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