The simple interest formula is I = Prt, where I represents simple interest on an amount, P, for t years at a rate of r. The equation solved for P is P = . What is the amount of money, P, that will generate $40 in interest at a 10% interest rate over 5 years? $60 $80 $90 $100
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The simple interest formula is I = prt , where I represents simple interest on an amount, P for t years at a rate of r%.
Given,
I = $40 , r = 10% , t =5 years .
I = Prt
40 = P × 10 × 5/100
40 = P/2
P = 80
hence, amount of money = $80.
Given,
I = $40 , r = 10% , t =5 years .
I = Prt
40 = P × 10 × 5/100
40 = P/2
P = 80
hence, amount of money = $80.
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