Math Definitions - Letter R
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Rate of Return
Definition of Rate of Return
The rate of return on an investment is the amount that it earns in a year, expressed as a percentage of the amount that was invested.
For example, if an investment of \(\$1000\) earns \(\$150\) in a year, then its rate of return is \(\dfrac{150}{1000} = 0.15 = 15\%\).
Description
The aim of this dictionary is to provide definitions to common mathematical terms. Students learn a new math skill every week at school, sometimes just before they start a new skill, if they want to look at what a specific term means, this is where this dictionary will become handy and a go-to guide for a student.
Audience
Year 1 to Year 12 students
Learning Objectives
Learn common math terms starting with letter R
Author: Subject Coach
Added on: 5th Feb 2018
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