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Compound Interest
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What is the key feature of compound interest?

Interest on interest and principal

What is the correct future value formula?

FV=PV(1+r)nFV = PV(1 + r)^n

How do you convert 6.5% to a decimal for use in the formula?

Divide by 100 to get 0.065

If 5000 USD is invested for 5 years at 6.5% p.a., what is the future value?

6850.43 USD

If FV=6850.43FV = 6850.43 USD and PV=5000PV = 5000 USD, what is the interest earned?

1850.43 USD

For monthly compounding over 4 years, how do you adjust the rate and periods?

Divide rate by 12, multiply years by 12

What is the present value formula?

PV=FV(1+r)nPV = \frac{FV}{(1 + r)^n}

What question does present value answer?

How much to invest now for future goal?

What shape does compound interest create when graphed?

Exponential curve that steepens

Why does the compound interest curve get steeper over time?

Interest accelerates over time

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