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advanced-math

A stock price grows by 10% per year. Which factor represents this growth?

A

0.10

B

1.10

C

10

D

0.90

Correct Answer: B

Choice B is the correct answer. Growth factor is 1+r1 + r.

  1. Identify Rate: r=0.10r = 0.10.
  2. Calculate Factor: b=1+0.10=1.10b = 1 + 0.10 = 1.10.

💡 Strategic Tip: Growth means >1> 1. Decay means <1< 1.

Choice A is incorrect because it is the rate. Choice D is incorrect because it represents 10% decay.