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QuizMultiple Choice

Modeling with Functions

Question 1 • VA-Mathematical Analysis

Jacques deposited $1,900 into an account that earns 4% interest compounded semiannually. After t years, Jacques has $3,875.79 in the account. Assuming he made no additional deposits or withdrawals, how long was the money in the account?Compound interest formula:t = years since initial depositn = number of times compounded per yearr = annual interest rate (as a decimal)P = initial (principal) investmentV(t) = value of investment after t years

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2 years
B
9 years
C
18 years
D
36 years
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