Answer:
The principal balance is $151,573
Explanation:
For computing the principal balance, we need the following calculation which is shown below:
1. First we have to compute the 1 month interest payment which equals to
= Note amount × rate × 1 month ÷ total months in a year
= $152,000 × 14% × 1 ÷ 12
= 1773.33
2. Now deduct the first month interest from installment amount which equals to
= Installment amount - Interest amount
= $2,200 - $1773.33
= $426.67
3. Now subtract step 2 amount from notes amount which equals to
= Notes amount - principal amount
= $152,000 - $426.67
= $151,573.33
Hence, the principal balance is $151,573
