Use  Compound interest formula A=P(1+i)^n to find n. And then rounded to the the nearest larger integer. A=2P; i=0.23; n=? So, when I solved this question I am getting a 3.348307909 Finally answer is n=3, since there isn't larger number next to it to rounded to, However, my math textbook specificied that the answer is n=4, why is that can you explain to me step by step because I am confused.

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Use  Compound interest formula A=P(1+i)^n to find n. And then rounded to the the nearest larger integer.

A=2P; i=0.23; n=?

So, when I solved this question I am getting a 3.348307909

Finally answer is n=3, since there isn't larger number next to it to rounded to, However, my math textbook specificied that the answer is n=4, why is that can you explain to me step by step because I am confused.

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