Respuesta :
Answer: Bank B is the better investment. In 10 years, her $2,000 will grow to $4,317.85, and with bank A, her $2,000 will grow to $3,700.
Explanation:
Bank A was offering 8.5% simple interest. $2000 with 8.5% simple interest. = A = P(1 + rt)
A = 2000(1+(0.085*10))
= 2000(1+0.85)
= 2000(1.85)
= 3,700
Bank B was offering 8% compounded annually
= A = P(1+r/n)^nt
A= 2000(1+8%/1)^1*10
A= 2000(1+0.08)^10
A= 2000(1.08)^10
A= 2000*2.1589
= 4,317.85