An investment increases in value by 20% in the first year. The new value increases by 18% in the second year. It increases by 16% in the third year, and 14% in the fourth year, etc. The value after...

Extracted text: An investment increases in value by 20% in the first year. The new value increases by 18% in the second year. It increases by 16% in the third year, and 14% in the fourth year, etc. The value after five years is $23,069.43. Clearly explain how you would find the initial amount of the investment.