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What is simple interest?

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Simple interest is the interest calculated on the principal amount only, without compounding. It is calculated using the formula I = Prt, where I is the interest, P is the principal, r is the rate of interest, and t is the time in years.

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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 calculating simple interest is I = Prt.

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CCSS.7.RP.A.3

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If you invest $1000 at a 5% interest rate for 3 years, what is the simple interest earned?

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The simple interest earned is $150.

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CCSS.7.RP.A.3

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What does 'P' represent in the formula I = Prt?

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'P' represents the principal amount, which is the initial amount of money invested or borrowed.

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CCSS.6.EE.B.7

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What does 'r' represent in the formula I = Prt?

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'r' represents the rate of interest, expressed as a decimal.

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What does 't' represent in the formula I = Prt?

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't' represents the time the money is invested or borrowed, measured in years.

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CCSS.8.EE.C.7B

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Convert 12 months into years.

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12 months is equal to 1 year.

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CCSS.4.MD.A.1

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Convert 25% into a decimal.

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25% as a decimal is 0.25.

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If you have $5000 at a 6% interest rate for 2 years, what is the simple interest?

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The simple interest is $600.

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CCSS.7.RP.A.3

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What is the relationship between months and years?

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1 year is equal to 12 months.

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CCSS.4.MD.A.1