Consumer math

Simple Interest

Learn how to compute the interest for a principal that is not reinvested. You will become familiar with the basics of simple interest calculations for better financial decision-making.

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Compound Interest

Unlock the power of compound interest and learn how it can accelerate your wealth growth over time.

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Simple vs Compound Interest

Compare these two interest types and learn how they affect your savings and loans.

Compare Interest Types โ†’ โš–๏ธ ๐Ÿ’น

Compound Interest Word Problems

Practice solving real-world scenarios involving compound interest to enhance your financial skills.

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Rule of 72

Master this simple trick to estimate how long it takes for your investment to double.

Learn the Rule of 72 โ†’ ๐Ÿ”ข โฑ๏ธ

Why the Rule of 72 Works

Understand the mathematical principles behind the Rule of 72 and its practical applications.

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Investing in Savings Bonds

Learn about redemption value and how to calculate the interest given the redemption value and the cost of the bond.

Learn About Savings Bonds โ†’ ๐Ÿ’ผ ๐Ÿ“Š

Investing in Bonds

Learn about bond, face value, and how to calculate the cost of bond given the face value and the percent shown on the face value.

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Mortgage Loans

Get to know the fundamentals of mortgage loans and how they affect your home buying journey.

Explore Mortgages โ†’ ๐Ÿฆ ๐Ÿ”‘

Car Financing

Navigate the complexities of car loans and financing options for your next vehicle purchase.

Explore Car Financing โ†’ ๐Ÿš™ ๐Ÿ’ณ

Real Estate Property Tax

Learn how property taxes are calculated and their impact on homeownership costs.

Understand Property Tax โ†’ ๐Ÿ  ๐Ÿ“

Taxable Income

Learn how to determine your taxable income and understand its impact on your finances.

Calculate Taxable Income โ†’ ๐Ÿ’ผ ๐Ÿ“Š

Adjusted Gross Income

Understand how to calculate your AGI.

Calculate Your AGI โ†’ ๐Ÿ“ ๐Ÿ’ผ

Take-Home Pay

Discover how to calculate your net income after taxes and deductions.

Calculate Take-Home Pay โ†’ ๐Ÿ’ต ๐Ÿงพ

Price Discounts

Learn how to calculate discounts and make informed purchasing decisions.

Master Price Discounts โ†’ ๐Ÿท๏ธ ๐Ÿ’ฐ

Estimating Gas Costs

Learn how to budget for transportation expenses by accurately estimating fuel costs.

Estimate Gas Costs โ†’ โ›ฝ ๐Ÿš—

Consumer math is a field of mathematics, which shows you how to use your basic math skills to real life situations such as buying a car, budgeting your money, investing, paying taxes, getting a mortgage, etc... 

Consumer math

Here is what you should expect from these lessons about consumer math.

Here is what you should expect from these lessons about consumer mathematics.

  • The topics presented are basic, simple, and right to the point.
  • The lessons will help you build your vocabulary.
  • You will feel comfortable using math in real life situations.