Future value of interest if it is calculated two times a year can be a classified as__________________?

Correct answer: D. Semiannual compounding

  • A. Semiannual discounting
  • B. Annual discounting
  • C. Annual compounding
  • D. Semiannual compounding

Explanation

When interest is calculated twice a year, the annual rate is applied through two compounding periods, which is called semiannual compounding. Discounting instead converts a future value into a present value.

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