Practice mode Finance

Which formula expresses the Rule of 72 as a shortcut method?

Correct answer A. 72 divided by the annual interest rate

Explanation

The Rule of 72 estimates how many years an investment takes to double by dividing 72 by the annual interest rate, so at 8% it doubles in about 9 years.

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