In your own words, without providing the formulas, describe the difference between simple interest and compound interest. Which type of interest earns money more quickly?
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Step 1: Simple interest is calculated only on the principal amount, while compound interest is calculated on the initial principal amount as well as on the accumulated interest from previous periods. Show more…
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