Need help with math question?

To upgrade your stand you will need $3000. You currently have $2500. If you invest your money today At 6.5% compounded monthly, will you have enough money In 3 years to be able to purchase a new stand?? Explain.

Elizabeth M2013-06-10T06:38:58Z

The increase monthly is (6.5/12)% so after 36 months the $2500 becomes
$2500(1+6.5/1200)^36
=$3036.68