SOLUTION: Can you explain how to solve this problem to me ? Thank you !!! $3400 principal earning 4%, compounded monthly, after 8 years, how much is it ?

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Question 817935: Can you explain how to solve this problem to me ? Thank you !!!
$3400 principal earning 4%, compounded monthly, after 8 years, how much is it ?

Answer by ewatrrr(24785) About Me  (Show Source):
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Hi,
In General A+=+P%281%2Br%2Fn%29%5E%28nt%29
A = Accumulated Amount
P= principal = 3400
r= annual rate = .04
n= periods per year = 12
t= years = 8
Substitute Values!
A+=+3400%281%2B.04%2F12%29%5E%2812%2A8%29