You Have a 30-Year Mortgage with a Simple Annual Interest

question 87

Multiple Choice

You have a 30-year mortgage with a simple annual interest rate of 8.5 percent.The monthly payment is $1,000.What percentage of your total payments over the first three years goes toward the repayment of principal?

• A) 1.50%
• B) 3.42%
• C) 5.23%
• D) 6.75%
• E) 8.94%

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Definitions:

Cast Spoke Wheel

A type of wheel manufactured through casting, featuring spokes as part of its design, typically used for its strength and aesthetic appeal.

Polished Areas

Surfaces on a material or component that have been smoothened and glossed to reduce friction or for aesthetic purposes.

Slipping Rim

A condition where the wheel rim moves independently of the tire, often caused by a loss of friction or improper installation.

Bent Lug Stud

A damaged or misshapen lug stud, which is a bolt that is used to secure the wheel to the vehicle's hub.