The mathematical factor that indicates the present worth of one dollar to be received in the future. Same as
present value of one. The formula is
Reversionary factor = ——1— (1 +
i) where
i = interest rate
n = number of years (or periods)
Example: The
reversionary factor for 30 years at 12% is .03338.
The present value of the receipt of land that will be worth $50,000 in 30 years is $1,690 (.03338 °— $50,000).