What Is the Compound Interest Earned at the End of a 3-Year

question 29

Multiple Choice

What is the compound interest earned at the end of a 3-year period on a loan with an original principal of $4,500 at 6.75% compounded annually?

• A) $303.75
• B) $628.00
• C) $911.25
• D) $974.14

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