Problema Solution

How long does it take for a deposit of $600 to double at 2% compounded continuously

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P = $600

r = 0.02 or 2%

t = ?

A = 2P = 2*600 = $1,200


A = P*e^(r*t)


1200 = 600*e^(0.02t)


e^(0.02t) = 2


0.02t = ln 2


t = (ln 2)/0.02


t = 34.66 years


it takes 34.66 years for the deposit to double.