Basics

Simple Interest

Simple interest is calculated only on the principal, not on accumulated interest. I = P × r × t. Unlike compound interest, it doesn't grow exponentially. Used in some loans and short-term instruments.

Example

$1,000 at 5% simple interest for 2 years = $100 interest.

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