SOLUTION: Tom opens a bank account and makes an initial deposit of $15,000. The banker tells Tom that he is going to receive an annual rate of 3.5% on his investment. Find the bank balance a

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Question 1076311: Tom opens a bank account and makes an initial deposit of $15,000. The banker tells Tom that he is going to receive an annual rate of 3.5% on his investment. Find the bank balance assuming Tom leaves the account untouched for 15 years. In your final answer, include all of your calculations.
Answer by jorel1380(3719) About Me  (Show Source):
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Assuming annual compounding, then:
FV=15000*(1+.035)^15
FV=15000*1.6753488307521611831782355996538
FV=$25130.23
At the end of 15 years, Tom should have $25130.23 in his account. ☺☺☺☺