A major daily newspaper charges $260 (paid in advance) for an annual subscription, or $26 per month payable at the end of each month to the carrier. What is the effective interest rate being charged to the monthly payment subscribers?

Effective Interest Rate

The real cost of borrowing, reflecting the total amount of interest paid over the term of a loan, including the effect of compounding.

Monthly Payment

An amount that is paid every month, typically in the context of loan repayments or rent.

Annual Subscription

A payment or fee paid once a year for membership or access to a service or product.