Simple Interest

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What is Simple Interest?

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Simple Interest is a method of calculating the interest charged or earned on a principal amount over a specific period of time, calculated using the formula: Interest = Principal x Rate x Time.

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CCSS.7.RP.A.3

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What is the formula for calculating Simple Interest?

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The formula for Simple Interest is: Interest = Principal x Rate x Time.

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CCSS.7.RP.A.3

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If you borrow $1,000 at a simple interest rate of 5% for 3 years, how much interest will you pay?

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Interest = $1,000 x 0.05 x 3 = $150.

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CCSS.7.RP.A.3

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How do you calculate the total amount to be repaid on a loan with Simple Interest?

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Total Amount = Principal + Interest.

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CCSS.7.RP.A.3

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If Maria borrowed $3,000 at a simple interest rate of 4% per year for 4 years, how much interest did she pay?

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Interest = $3,000 x 0.04 x 4 = $480.

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CCSS.7.RP.A.3

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What is the total amount Maria has to repay after 4 years?

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Total Amount = $3,000 + $480 = $3,480.

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CCSS.7.RP.A.3

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How much interest will Sarah pay back on a $45,000 loan at 6% over 10 years?

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Interest = $45,000 x 0.06 x 10 = $27,000.

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CCSS.7.RP.A.3

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If Christian opened a savings account with $3,250 at 5.2% simple interest for 6 years, how much interest will he earn?

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Interest = $3,250 x 0.052 x 6 = $1,014.

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CCSS.7.RP.A.3

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What will be the total amount in Christian's account after 6 years?

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Total Amount = $3,250 + $1,014 = $4,264.

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How do you determine which loan option is the best deal?

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Compare the total amounts to be repaid for each loan option, including interest.

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CCSS.4.NBT.A.2