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How is the amount of interest earned on a deposit related to the length of time and the interest rate?

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Explanation:

Simple interest earned =

deposit amount * decimal rate per interval * time intervals

Example $500 interest 4% per year 3 years

interest earned = 500 * .04 * 3

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