Simple Interest Calculator
Calculate simple interest and total amount from principal, rate, and time.
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Understanding Simple Interest
Simple interest is a straightforward way to calculate the cost of borrowing or the return on an investment. Unlike compound interest, it does not earn interest on interest, making it easier to predict total costs.
Simple Interest Formula
I = P × r × t
Where I is the interest, P is the principal, r is the annual rate (as a decimal), and t is the time in years.
Frequently Asked Questions
Simple interest is calculated using the formula I = P × r × t, where P is the principal amount, r is the annual interest rate (in decimal), and t is the time in years.
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