Question

Melanie invests $4,000 into an account offering 4% interest compounded annually. Gina invests $4,000 into a simple interest savings account offering a 4.5% interest rate. What is the dollar amount of the greater balance at the end of five years? Round to the nearest dollar. Use the formula es026-1.jpg for compound interest; Use the formula es026-2.jpg for simple interest.

Answer 1

4900

explanation: i did the test

Answer 2

Melanie:
Amount after 5 years = 4000(1 + 0.04)⁵ = $4867

Gina:
Amount after 5 years = 4000 + 5(0.045 x 4000) = $4900

Answer: Gina has the greater balance and her balance is $4900.