Question

the table shows the balance in an account earning simple interest after an initial deposit of $800.
which is the balance of the account after 9 years?

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Explanation:

Step1: Find annual interest amount

$\text{Annual interest} = 816 - 800 = 16$ dollars

Step2: Calculate total interest for 9 years

$\text{Total interest} = 16 \times 9 = 144$ dollars

Step3: Compute 9-year account balance

$\text{Balance} = 800 + 144 = 944$ dollars

Answer:

944 dollars