You need to borrow $17,000, and receive three credit offers that use simple interest: Lender A: 5 years at 6% interest Lender B: 4 years at 5% interest Lender C: 6 years at 4% interest  a) Which lender is offering the lowest monthly payment? b) How much additional interest will you be paying if you choose the lowest payment option

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You need to borrow $17,000, and receive three credit offers that use simple interest:

Lender A: 5 years at 6% interest

Lender B: 4 years at 5% interest

Lender C: 6 years at 4% interest 

a) Which lender is offering the lowest monthly payment?
b) How much additional interest will you be paying if you choose the lowest payment option?

 

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