
Algebra and Trigonometry (6th Edition)
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Author: Robert F. Blitzer
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Which of the following best describes the differences between simple and compound interest?
a. simple interest is easier to calculate than compound interest
b. simple interest earns interest on the previous interest earned only
c. compound interest earns interest on the principal plus any previous interest earned
d. compound interest earns interest on the principal only
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