Step 1: Identify the given values.
Principal (P) = 7400 naira
Time (t) = 4 years
Annual interest rate (r) = 6% = 0.06
Step 2: Use the compound interest formula to find the total amount (A).
The formula for the amount with compound interest is:
A=P(1+r)t
Substitute the given values:
A=7400(1+0.06)4
A=7400(1.06)4
Calculate (1.06)4:
(1.06)4≈1.26247696
Now, calculate A:
A=7400×1.26247696
A≈9342.33
So, the total amount after 4 years is approximately 9342.33 naira.
Step 3: Calculate the compound interest (CI).
Compound Interest (CI) is the total amount minus the principal:
CI=A−P
CI=9342.33−7400
CI=1942.33
The compound interest is 1942.33naira.