Elementary Algebra

Published by Cengage Learning
ISBN 10: 1285194055
ISBN 13: 978-1-28519-405-9

Chapter 3 - Equations and Problem Solving - 3.2 - Equations and Problem Solving - Problem Set 3.2 - Page 106: 44

Answer

P = 600

Work Step by Step

Substitute 1032 for A, 12 for t, and 0.06 for r to obtain: 1032 = P + P $\times$ 0.06 $\times$ 12 1032 = P + P $\times$ 0. 72 1032 = P + 0.72P 1032 = 1.72 P Divide both sides by 1.72: $\frac{1032}{1.72}$ = P P = 600
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