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Find the total interest for a principal of $125,000 at a rate of 7.5% for 5 years paid monthly

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Answer:

Calculation Steps:

First, convert R as a percent to r as a decimal

r = R/100

r = 7.5/100

r = 0.075 rate per year,

Then solve the equation for A

A = P(1 + r/n)nt

A = 125,000.00(1 + 0.075/12)(12)(5)

A = 125,000.00(1 + 0.00625)(60)

A = $181,661.80

Summary:

The total amount accrued, principal plus interest, with compound interest on a principal of $125,000.00 at a rate of 7.5% per year compounded 12 times per year over 5 years is $181,661.80.

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