AMDM - Unit 7 Test

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What is compound interest?

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Compound interest is the interest on a loan or deposit calculated based on both the initial principal and the accumulated interest from previous periods.

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CCSS.7.RP.A.3

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How is compound interest calculated when compounded quarterly?

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To calculate compound interest compounded quarterly, use the formula A = P(1 + r/n)^(nt), where A is the amount of money accumulated after n years, P is the principal amount, r is the annual interest rate, n is the number of times that interest is compounded per year, and t is the number of years.

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What does it mean to invest a fixed amount monthly?

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Investing a fixed amount monthly means contributing a set dollar amount into an investment account at regular intervals, which can help in building wealth over time through the power of compounding.

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CCSS.HSF.BF.A.2

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What is the formula for future value of a series of cash flows?

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The future value of a series of cash flows can be calculated using the formula FV = Pmt × (((1 + r)^nt - 1) / r), where Pmt is the payment amount per period, r is the interest rate per period, and nt is the total number of payments.

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What is the significance of a down payment in a loan?

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A down payment is an upfront payment made when purchasing an expensive item, such as a car or house, which reduces the amount of the loan needed and can affect the interest rate.

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CCSS.7.RP.A.3

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How do you calculate the total cost of a car including taxes and fees?

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To calculate the total cost of a car, add the purchase price, taxes (calculated as a percentage of the purchase price), and any additional fees (like registration and title fees).

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CCSS.6.RP.A.3C

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What is the effective interest rate?

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The effective interest rate is the actual interest rate an investor earns or pays in a year, taking into account the effects of compounding.

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What are the components of a paycheck deduction?

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Components of paycheck deductions typically include federal tax, state tax, Social Security, Medicare, health insurance, and retirement savings.

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What is the formula to calculate monthly take-home pay?

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Monthly take-home pay can be calculated by subtracting all deductions (taxes, insurance, retirement contributions) from the gross monthly income.

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CCSS.6.RP.A.3B

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What does 'semi-annually' mean?

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Semi-annually means occurring twice a year.

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CCSS.RF.3.3B

CCSS.RF.3.3C

CCSS.RF.3.3D

CCSS.RF.4.3A

CCSS.RF.5.3A