Math Problem Statement
Consider a student loan of $15 comma 000 at a fixed APR of 9% for 25 years. a. Calculate the monthly payment. (Do not round until the final answer. Then round to the nearest cent as needed.) b. Determine the total amount paid over the term of the loan. c. Of the total amount paid, what percentage is paid toward the principal and what percentage is paid for interest.
Solution
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Loan Amortization
Interest Rates
Percentages
Formulas
Monthly Payment Formula: M = P * r * (1 + r)^n / ((1 + r)^n - 1)
Total Amount Paid: Total = M * n
Percentage Toward Principal: (Principal / Total) * 100
Percentage Toward Interest: (Interest / Total) * 100
Theorems
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Suitable Grade Level
Grades 11-12
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