Financial Literacy and Real World Modeling · Applications

Interest and Credit

A basic introduction to how money grows over time and the costs associated with borrowing.

Key Questions

  1. 1Why do lenders charge interest on the money they provide?
  2. 2How can small differences in interest rates affect the total amount paid over time?
  3. 3What is the difference between simple interest and the general concept of debt?

Ontario Curriculum Expectations

ON: Financial Literacy - Grade 6
Grade: Grade 6
Subject: Mathematics
Unit: Financial Literacy and Real World Modeling
Period: Applications

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