Math Problem Statement
Amita wants to make monthly deposits of $200 into a savings account that offers 1.5% interest compounded monthly. Use the future balance of a periodic investment formula from Example 3 to determine how long will it take for the account balance to reach $5000. Round to the nearest tenth of a year.
Solution
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Exponential Growth
Compound Interest
Algebra
Formulas
Future value of a periodic investment: A = P × [(1 + r/n)^(nt) - 1] / (r/n)
Theorems
Compound Interest Theorem
Suitable Grade Level
Grades 10-12
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