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You deposit \(\dollar\)1,500 in a savings account that pays simple interest at a rate of \(4\pourcent\) per year. Let \(u_n\) be the total amount in the account after \(n\) years.
  • Part A: Write the Explicit Formula
    The interest earned each year is \(4\pourcent\) of \(\dollar\)1,500, which is \(0.04 \times 1500 = 60\) dollars.
    The formula for the amount after \(n\) years is:
    \(u_n =\)
  • Part B: Calculate a Future Value
    What will your account balance be after 20 years?
    \(u_{20} = \)
    dollars