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Online Compound Interest Formula

Understand and calculate compound interest. A = P(1 + r/n)^(nt). Calculator included.

A = P(1 + r/n)nt

A = amount, P = principal, r = annual rate, n = compounds per year, t = years

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the formula mean?
A = final amount, P = principal, r = annual rate (decimal), n = compounds per year, t = time in years.
How is it different from simple interest?
Compound interest earns on principal plus prior interest; simple interest is only on principal.

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