To determine the annual accretion, find the difference between the cost of the bond and par value; divide the result by the original number of years to maturity. The following question tests your understanding of accretion. Mr. Dancer purchases a 5-percent corporate bond with 10 years to maturity at 80.
Look for horsepower (HP) ratings to compare the lifting power between garage door opener models. Ratings ranging from 1/2-horsepower to 1-1/2 horsepower are typical for residential models. If you have a sectional double-car garage door, a 1/2-horsepower motor should be sufficient, but a higher-power model will operate with less effort and less wear and tear on the motor.
Determine how much power your garage door needs. Garage door openers are found in three different sizes: 1/3 horsepower, 1/2 horsepower and 3/4 horsepower.1  You will need to examine if you need an opener to lift one or two doors.2  You will also need to take into consideration the material and size of the door.etermine how much power your garage door needs. Garage door openers are found in three different sizes: 1/3 horsepower, 1/2 horsepower and 3/4 horsepower.