Simple and Compound Interest
Compare simple and compound interest to understand how money grows over time. Students will calculate future and present values of investments.
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Compare simple and compound interest to understand how money grows over time. Students will calculate future and present values of investments.
Key Questions
- What is the difference between simple and compound interest?
- How does the compounding frequency affect the final amount?
- How do we calculate the present value needed for a future goal?
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