Your grandfather placed $5,000 in a trust fund for you.  In 12 years, the fund will be worth $9,500. What is the rate of return on the trust fund (compounded annually)?

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Your grandfather placed $5,000 in a trust fund for you.  In 12 years, the fund will be worth $9,500. What is the rate of return on the trust fund (compounded annually)?
 
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