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Jorge deposited $1,000 into an account three years ago. The first two years he earned 5...

Jorge deposited $1,000 into an account three years ago. The first two years he earned 5 percent interest; the third year he earned 6 percent interest. How much money does Jorge have in his account today?

a.

$1,157.90

b.

None of the above are correct to the nearest cent.

c.

$1,168.65

d.

$1,176.00

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c.

$1,168.65

Deposited money = $1000

Interest for first two years = 5%

Amount at the end of two years = $1000 + 5% + 5% = $1102.5

Interest for the third year = $1102.5 + 6% = $1168.65

Therefore Jorge have in his account today $1168.65

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