ECONOMICS (CBSE/UGC NET)

ECONOMICS

COMPOUND INTEREST

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Raymond deposited $2000 at American National Bank. Find the simple interest at 6.5% for 4 years.
A
$250
B
$520
C
$2520
D
$2500
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -To calculate simple interest, multiply the principal amount by the interest rate and the time. The formula written out is “Simple Interest = Principal x Interest Rate x Time.” This equation is the simplest way of calculating interest.

Detailed explanation-2: -Compound interest =1215. 50625−1000=215. 50625=₹215.

Detailed explanation-3: -Simple Interest Formula Thus, if simple interest is charged at 5% on a $10, 000 loan that is taken out for three years, then the total amount of interest payable by the borrower is calculated as $10, 000 x 0.05 x 3 = $1, 500.

Detailed explanation-4: -Summary: An investment of $10000 today invested at 6% for five years at simple interest will be $13, 000.

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