1. In the compound interest formula $A = P(1+r)^n$, which variable has an 'exponential' impact on final wealth?
- A. Initial principal $P$
- B. Annual return rate $r$
- C. Investment time $n$
- D. Name of the investment platform
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The Power of Compound Interest - Practice Quiz
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In the compound interest formula A=P(1+r)n, which variable has an 'exponential' impact on final wealth?
The Power of Compound Interest - Practice Quiz - Quiz Questions
Test your understanding of compound interest investing, wealth growth curves, and long-term financial thinking.
2. [Calculation] Using the 'Rule of 72', if the annual return rate is $8\%$, approximately how many years will it take for your money to double?
- A. $8$ years
- B. $9$ years
- C. $12$ years
- D. $72$ years
3. As investment years pass, the shape of the compound interest curve typically appears as:
- A. A steady upward straight line
- B. A wave that's steep first then levels off
- C. A curve that's flat initially, then rises almost vertically later
- D. A randomly fluctuating zigzag line
4. To compare 'the impact of different principals on final results' in the experiment, how should we set up the variables?
- A. Change principal, interest rate, and time simultaneously
- B. Only change principal, keep interest rate and time fixed
- C. Only change interest rate, keep principal and time fixed
- D. Change nothing, just look at the results
5. True/False: Returns generated by compound interest in the first 5 years of investing are typically considered 'insignificant' - this is a normal phenomenon.
- True
- False
6. For ordinary salaried workers, the most stable and effective way to utilize compound interest is:
- A. Wait until you make big money, then go all-in at once
- B. Persist with small regular investments over time, letting time work its magic
- C. Trade frequently, trying to catch market peaks
- D. Keep money in a drawer at home (simple interest = 0)
7. [Calculation] Xiao Wang invests $10,000$ monthly. Assuming an annual return of $0\%$ (ideal risk-free, no interest), what is his total wealth after $30$ years?
- A. $300,000$
- B. $3,600,000$
- C. $360,000$
- D. $1,000,000$
8. In the regular investment simulator, if you find that 'total interest' exceeds 'total principal', this means:
- A. Your investment has lost money
- B. You've generated over 100% net return (more than doubled)
- C. You've invested too much money
- D. The system has an error
9. Compound effects apply not only to finance but also to personal growth (like reading, exercise). The main logic is:
- A. Improving 1% every day leads to amazing changes over time
- B. Learning is only useful if you complete everything at once
- C. Growth is linear - slow is just slow
- D. As long as you rest long enough, knowledge will automatically grow