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How much interest will be earned in the second year on an investment paying 7% interest, compounded annually, if $350 was just credited to the account for interest at the end of year 1?
a. $374.50
b. $325.50
c. $350.00
d. $5,724.50
For compound interest, interest in successive period is earned on the principal amount along with previously accumulated interest.
Interest earned on 2nd year = Annual interest for principal + Interest for first year interest earned
= $ 350 + $ 350 x 0.07
= $ 350 + $ 24.50
= $ 374.50
Hence option “a. $ 374.50” is correct answer.