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an automobile is bought for $10,000 from which a $1,100 trade-in is deducted. thirty-six equal payments of $31o/mo are paid on the first of month. determine the annual interest rate that is charged.

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If an automobile is bought for $10,000 from which a $1,100 trade-in is deducted. The annual interest rate charged on the automobile purchase is 25.39%.

What is the Annual interest rate?

Total amount paid:

Total amount paid = $310/mo * 36 months

Total amount paid = $11,160

Principal amount:

Principal amount = $10,000 - $1,100

Principal amount = $8,900

Interest paid:

Interest paid =$11,160 - $8,900

Interest paid = $2,260

Annual interest rate:

Annual interest rate = ($2,260 / $8,900) * 100

Annual interest rate = 25.39%

Therefore the annual interest rate charged on the automobile purchase is approximately 25.39%.

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