Note: the Calculations for This Question Were Done Using Excel's

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Note: The calculations for this question were done using Excel's RATE function.
A property worth $15 000.00 is purchased for 10% down and semi-annual payments of $1750.00 for twelve years. What is the effective rate of interest if interest is compounded semi-annually?

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