Math Problem Statement

Billy deposited 

$

5,000

 in an account earning 1% interest compounded annually.

To the nearest cent, how much interest will he earn in 1 year?

Use the formula 

B

=

p

(

1

r

)

t

,

 where B is the balance (final amount), p is the principal (starting amount), r is the interest rate expressed as a decimal, and t is the time in years.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Simple Interest
Compound Interest

Formulas

B = p(1 + r)^t
Interest = B - p

Theorems

Compound Interest Formula

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 6-8