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The PDURATION function is a tool in Google Sheets that allows users to calculate the duration of an investment or loan based on a set of input parameters. This function utilizes the present value, future value, and periodic payment to determine the time period required for an investment to reach a specific value. By using the PDURATION function, users can make more informed financial decisions and effectively plan for future investments. It is a useful tool for businesses, students, and individuals looking to manage their finances efficiently. To use this function, simply input the required values and the function will automatically calculate the duration.
PDURATION function
The PDURATION function returns the number of periods for an investment to reach a specific value at a given rate. Mathematically, PDURATION = (log(futureValue) – log (currentValue))/(log(1 + rate)).
Parts of a PDURATION function
PDURATION(rate, present_value, future_value)
| Part | Description |
rate | Required. The rate at which the investment grows each period. |
present_valuepresent_value | Required. The investment’s current value. |
future_valuefuture_value | Required. The investment’s desired future value. |
Notes
All values must be positive and greater than 0.
Examples
| PDURATION | FORMULA |
| 1.817059493 | =PDURATION(0.25, 10, 15) |
| 3.600511394 | =PDURATION(0.75, 2, 15) |
Related functions
- RRI: The RRI function returns the interest rate needed for an investment to reach a specific value within a given number of periods.
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