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The discussion centers on solving an exponential problem related to loan repayment. The user seeks assistance with a loan of $10,000 at a 2.14% interest rate, compounded monthly, with monthly payments of $230. The solution involves approximating the time to repayment using the Newton-Raphson method, which was suggested by another forum member. The user is encouraged to provide the complete problem for more tailored advice. Understanding the full context is crucial for effective assistance in solving the exponential equation.
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Hi,

I'm new to this forum so thank you in advance for any help on this problem. I would like to understand the steps needed to solve this problem. The answer is 3.94111..286 = (1.00178^(12 * t))/t or .286 = (e^.021341 * t)/t
 
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Hi arrow, welcome to MHB!:)

In your question, I believe there's really no easy way(that I know of) to do it, but one can approximate its only solution by using the Newton-Raphson method, have you heard of this method before?
 
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Hi Anemone,

No, I'm not familiar with this method. I'll take a look. Thanks.
 
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arrow said:
Hi Anemone,

No, I'm not familiar with this method. I'll take a look. Thanks.

Oh okay...but would it be possible for you to restate the problem in its entirety here? We might be able to provide other useful advice to you if you post the full question for us first...
 
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The question was this. A person is taking out a loan of $10,000, compounded monthly, with an interest rate of 2.14 percent. She is making payments of $230 / mo. How long before the loan is repaid?
 
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