Asked by annissa official on May 25, 2024

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Jorge Garcia was to lend $5,250 to his cousin at 3% ordinary simple interest for 240 days. If the cousin repays everything as agreed upon, what total will Jorge receive? (Use a 360-day year.)

Ordinary Simple Interest

Interest calculation method using a fixed annual rate, based on the principal amount and the time invested or borrowed.

360-Day Year

A simplified accounting method where the year is assumed to have only 360 days for the purpose of interest calculations.

  • Gain proficiency in the method of rounding off numbers to the nearest cent for monetary calculations.
  • Acquire knowledge on the subjects of simple interest and compound interest.
  • Exploit mathematical expertise to work out both conventional and accurate interest.
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MAGED HENEINMay 30, 2024
Final Answer :
$5,250 × 0.03 × 240/360 = $105; $5,250 + $105 = $5,355​