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What is the correct formula for calculating Simple Interest (SI)?
What is the correct formula for calculating Simple Interest (SI)?
- SI = P + R × T
- SI = P(1 + R) × T
- SI = P × (R + T)
- SI = P × R × T (correct)
Which of the following statements is true regarding Simple Interest compared to Compound Interest?
Which of the following statements is true regarding Simple Interest compared to Compound Interest?
- Simple Interest results in a constant interest amount over time. (correct)
- Compound Interest results in less total interest paid compared to Simple Interest.
- Simple Interest results in exponential growth over time.
- Simple Interest is calculated on the principal and accumulated interest.
If $1,000 is invested at a rate of 5% simple interest for 3 years, what is the total amount at the end of the investment period?
If $1,000 is invested at a rate of 5% simple interest for 3 years, what is the total amount at the end of the investment period?
- $1,300
- $1,150 (correct)
- $1,200
- $1,050
Which of these scenarios typically use Simple Interest calculations?
Which of these scenarios typically use Simple Interest calculations?
Which formula represents how to find the Total Amount (A) with Simple Interest?
Which formula represents how to find the Total Amount (A) with Simple Interest?
In Simple Interest calculation, which variable represents the interest rate per period?
In Simple Interest calculation, which variable represents the interest rate per period?
Why is Simple Interest preferred for short-term loans?
Why is Simple Interest preferred for short-term loans?
Which of the following examples is least likely to use Simple Interest?
Which of the following examples is least likely to use Simple Interest?
Study Notes
Simple Interest
Formula Derivation
- Basic Formula: Simple Interest (SI) = Principal (P) × Rate (R) × Time (T)
- Units:
- P: Principal amount (initial investment)
- R: Rate of interest per period (in decimal form; e.g., 5% = 0.05)
- T: Time (number of periods; e.g., years)
- Derived Formula:
- To find Total Amount (A): A = P + SI
- A = P + (P × R × T) = P(1 + RT)
Comparison With Compound Interest
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Simple Interest:
- Interest calculated only on the principal.
- Formula: SI = P × R × T.
- Typically results in less total interest paid over time compared to compound interest.
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Compound Interest:
- Interest calculated on the principal and also on accumulated interest.
- Formula: CI = P (1 + R/n)^(nT) - P (where n is the number of compounding periods per year)
- Results in exponential growth of the investment over time due to "interest on interest."
Calculating Interest Over Time
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Example Calculation:
- Given P = $1,000, R = 5% (0.05), T = 3 years.
- SI = 1000 × 0.05 × 3 = $150.
- Total Amount = P + SI = 1,000+1,000 + 1,000+150 = $1,150.
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Key Points:
- Interest remains constant over time.
- Useful for short-term loans and investments.
Real-life Examples Of Simple Interest
- Personal Loans: Banks often use simple interest for personal loans for a fixed duration.
- Car Loans: Some car financing options may utilize simple interest.
- Savings Accounts: Certain savings accounts might offer simple interest calculations.
- Education Loans: Some educational loans charge simple interest during the study period.
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This quiz covers the fundamentals of simple interest, including its formula derivation and comparison with compound interest. Learn to calculate the total amount based on the principal, rate, and time, and understand the key differences between simple and compound interest. Perfect for students studying finance or mathematics concepts.
