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0580/32 May/Jun 2026, Question 10: Simple Interest

Cambridge IGCSE Mathematics 0580 · Paper 32 (Core) · Calculator · 2 marks

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The question, in short

Calculate the simple interest on an $8500 investment at 4.5% per year over 3 years.

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Solution · 2 marks

  1. 1Interest per year = 8500 × 4.5/100 = 382.5
  2. 23 years: 382.5 × 3 = $1147.50

Answer1147.5[0]

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