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OpenStudy (anonymous):

Which variable in the simple interest equation I=prt represents the original amount of money borrowed or invested?

OpenStudy (johnweldon1993):

As I showed in my last post I = interest earned (final balance - current balance) (700 - 500) P = principal / original amount R = interest rate in decimal form (4% = .04) T = time in years So which is it...?

OpenStudy (johnweldon1993):

Sorry kept the numbers in there from last time too lol

OpenStudy (anonymous):

i

OpenStudy (johnweldon1993):

Not quite...just reread 'P' for me....

OpenStudy (anonymous):

so than its p

OpenStudy (johnweldon1993):

It is....P represents the original amount invested / borrowed

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