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Ringo deposited some money into a savings account. He earned 4% interest. After 6 months he earned $21 in interest. How much money did he start with?

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Answer:

$1050

Explanation:

I = PRT / 100

I = 21

P = ?

R = 4%

T = 6 months = 0.5 yr

P = 100I / RT

P = (100 * 21) / (4 * 0.5)

P = $1050

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