Which of the given interest rates and compounded periods would provide the best investment? Explain your reasoning. • 2.5% compounded quarterly • 2.5% compounded monthly

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Which of the given interest rates and compounded periods would provide the best investment? Explain your reasoning.
• 2.5% compounded quarterly
• 2.5% compounded monthly

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