Question

Using the formula in model 1, choose the correct answers for the new balance and amount of interest earned in the following compound interest problem. $1,050 at 6%, for 25 years, compounded annually. Total Amount = $ Interest Amount =$

Answer 1

To find the total amount
The formula is
A=p (1+r)^t
A total amount?
P present value 1050
R interest rate 0.06
T time 25 years
A=1,050×(1+0.06)^(25)=4,506.46

Interest amount
I=A-p
I=4,506.46−1,050
I=3,456.46