Using Excel to Model an Annuity (HSC SSCE Mathematics Standard): Flashcards

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Using Excel to Model an Annuity
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5 main Excel annuity functions

FV, PV, NPER, PMT, RATE

FV function purpose

Calculates future value after regular payments

PV function purpose

Calculates what future payments are worth today

PMT function purpose

Calculates regular payment amount needed

NPER function purpose

Calculates number of payment periods needed

RATE function purpose

Calculates interest rate per period

Excel payment entry convention

Enter as negative values (money leaving account)

Converting % to decimal in Excel

Divide by 100 (e.g., 10%=0.1010\% = 0.10)

Rate must match what?

Payment period (e.g., annual ÷12\div 12 for monthly)

Type =0= 0 meaning

Payments at end of period (most common)

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