How much interest does $2560 earn in 17 months at a rate of 5 1/8 ?

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I assume you mean simple interest at an annual rate of 5 1/8 %

5 1/8 % = 0.05125

17 months = 17/12 years.

$2560 * .05125 * 17/12 = $185.87
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