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Jack earned $972 in 6 years on an investment at a 3% annual simple interest rate. How much was Jack’s investment?

$174.96

$486

$1944

$5400
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User AmerllicA
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The answer is $174.96


User Leatrice
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5400.

I = Prt
972 = P(0.03)(6)
972 = P(0.18)

P = 972/(0.18)

P = 5400
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