Suppose you invest semiannually for 25 years in an annuity that pays 5% interest, compounded semiannually. At the end of the 25 years, you have $500,000. How much of this total is interest?  Round your answer to the nearest hundred dollars.

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Suppose you invest semiannually for 25 years in an annuity that pays 5% interest, compounded semiannually. At the end of the 25 years, you have $500,000. How much of this total is interest? 
Round your answer to the nearest hundred dollars.

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