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BA35ENG.DOC BA-35 Solar Quick Reference Guide
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Recalling Values
To recall a value that you have entered or
computed, press
s
and the appropriate key
for the value you want to recall. For example, to
recall the present value, press
s
K
.
Performing Compound Interest Calculations
To perform a compound interest calculation,
you must know any three of the four values
(N, %i, PV, or FV). Follow these steps to find
the unknown value:
1. Press
0
b
to clear the registers and
use
2
to enter the financial mode (FIN
appears in the display).
2. Enter the three known values (N, %i, PV, or
FV).
3. Press
1
and the key for the unknown
value.
For compound interest calculations, the
payment (PMT) must be zero. This value is set
automatically when you press
2
to enter the
financial mode or when you clear the financial
registers.