simple Interest

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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 can be calculated using the formula: I = PRT, where I is the interest, P is the principal, R is the rate, and T is the 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 calculating Simple Interest is I = PRT, where I is the interest, P is the principal amount, R is the rate of interest per year, and T is the time in years.

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CCSS.7.RP.A.3

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If you borrow $1,000 at a rate of 5% for 3 years, what is the Simple Interest?

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The Simple Interest is $150.

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CCSS.7.RP.A.3

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What does P stand for in the formula I = PRT?

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P stands for Principal, which is the initial amount of money borrowed or invested.

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CCSS.7.RP.A.3

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What does R stand for in the formula I = PRT?

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R stands for Rate, which is the percentage of interest charged or earned per year.

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CCSS.7.RP.A.3

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What does T stand for in the formula I = PRT?

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T stands for Time, which is the duration for which the money is borrowed or invested, measured in years.

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CCSS.6.EE.B.7

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How do you calculate the total amount to be paid back on a loan?

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The total amount to be paid back is calculated by adding the Simple Interest to the Principal: Total Amount = P + I.

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CCSS.7.RP.A.3

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If you have a principal of $500 and earn $25 in Simple Interest, what is the rate if the time is 2 years?

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The rate is 2.5%.

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CCSS.7.RP.A.3

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What is the Simple Interest earned on a savings account of $2,000 at 4% interest per year after 5 years?

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The Simple Interest earned is $400.

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CCSS.7.RP.A.3

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What is the total amount in a savings account after earning Simple Interest?

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The total amount is the sum of the principal and the Simple Interest earned.

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CCSS.7.RP.A.3