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Old October 31st, 2009, 09:24 PM
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A family invests $4000 in an account paying 6% compounded monthly. How much is in the account after 5 years?
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A family invests $4000 in an account paying 6% compounded monthly. How much is in the account after 5 years?
F = A(1 + i)^n
F = Future value (?)
A = Amount invested (4000)
n = number of months (60)
i = interest factor (.06 / 12)

Were you given that problem without being given the formula?
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