For example, if a $1,000 deposit earns 5% interest annually but the interest is compounded quarterly, the effective interest rate is higher than the nominal rate of 5% due to the effect of compounding interest more frequently within the year.
When comparing loan offers, it's important to look at the effective interest rate to understand the true cost of borrowing.
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