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Intros
Lessons
  1. Introduction to Simple Interest
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Examples
Lessons
  1. Discuss the Basic Concepts of Simple Interest

    Thomas borrowed $100 from the bank, and the bank charges 10% annual interest rate on it. How much interest does Thomas have to pay after a year?

    1. Investigate the Advantages of Borrowing Money

      Dennis borrowed $1500 with an interest rate of 10% per annum to start his business. A year later he sold his business for $3000. What is his net profit?

      1. Determine the Impact of Borrowing Money for More Than One Year

        Hailey wants to borrow $5000 from the bank. If the interest rate is 15% annually, how much interest is she expected to be paying the bank after 3 years?

        1. Analyze Different Questions relating to Simple Interest

          Nico is graduating high school and he decides to borrow $800 to go on a graduation trip to Las Vegas. He wants to borrow the money at a bank with an annual interest rate of 11% for 2 years.

          1. Find the interest he will pay on the loan.
          2. How much will he have to pay the bank at the end of the two years?
        Topic Notes
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        I=PrtI = Prt where II = interest, PP = Principal, rr = interest rate, tt = time (in years)